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Andhra CM Naidu expressed sorrow over the fatal Ballikurava quarry collapse, directing medical aid for survivors. Meanwhile, opposition leader Jagan Reddy criticized Naidu for dismantling the farm support scheme Rythu Bharosa. The YSRCP highlighted their previous welfare achievements while accusing Naidu of reneging on pre-poll guarantees. The incident has intensified political tensions over agrarian policies in the state.

Key Points: Andhra CM Naidu Mourns Ballikurava Quarry Accident as Jagan Slams Farm Policies

  • Naidu orders probe into quarry accident that killed 4 workers
  • Jagan accuses Naidu of abandoning farm support promises
  • YSRCP highlights Rythu Bharosa's Rs 34,288 crore disbursement
  • Political feud escalates over welfare scheme reversals
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Andhra CM Naidu expresses grief over Ballikurava quarry accident

CM Naidu expresses grief over quarry deaths while Jagan Reddy accuses him of betraying farmers by scrapping Rythu Bharosa scheme.

"Chandrababu has made it clear farmers have no guarantee under his rule – YS Jagan Mohan Reddy"

Amaravathi, August 3

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday expressed grief over the tragic accident at the Ballikurava quarry in Bapatla district, where four workers lost their lives and several others were seriously injured.

The incident occurred when large rocks fell on workers engaged in quarry operations. The Chief Minister conveyed his heartfelt condolences over the loss of lives in the accident.

After speaking with officials, CM Chandrababu directed them to ensure the injured receive the best possible medical treatment and ordered a thorough investigation into the incident.

Earlier, former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSRCP President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has slammed Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu for "once again betraying" farmers by dismantling the Rythu Bharosa scheme and going back on his pre-election promises.

He said Chandrababu's track record of making grand promises before elections, distributing fake guarantee bonds, and later abandoning them after gaining power has been exposed yet again through the failure of the Super-6 and Super-7 initiatives.

In a post on X, Jagan Reddy said that by his admission, Chandrababu has made it clear that farmers have no guarantee of support as long as he remains in power.

He recalled that despite inheriting an empty treasury in 2019, his government launched the Rythu Bharosa scheme within four months and implemented it without interruption for five consecutive years.

The YSRCP government provided Rs 13,500 per farmer annually, exceeding the Rs 12,500 promised in the manifesto, and disbursed a record Rs 34,288 crore in investment support.

Jagan said that in contrast, Chandrababu had promised Rs 20,000 per farmer per year under the "Annadata Sukhibhava" scheme, excluding the Centre's Rs 6,000.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Why are politicians turning every tragedy into a political blame game? First focus on helping victims' families and ensuring proper compensation. The rest can wait!
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Arjun K
These quarry accidents happen too often in AP. Contractors cut corners on safety to save money. Government should conduct surprise inspections and cancel licenses of violators.
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Priyanka N
While the CM's condolences are appreciated, we need action not just words. These poor workers risk their lives daily. Their families deserve proper compensation and job security.
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Karthik V
Both parties need to stop politicizing tragedies. Focus on worker safety reforms instead of scoring points. This is about human lives, not election campaigns!
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Michael C
The article mixes two unrelated issues - the tragic accident and farmer schemes. Journalists should maintain focus instead of creating political narratives around tragedies.

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