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Andhra Releases Rs 90 Crore for Imams, Muezzins Amid Political Showdown

The Andhra Pradesh government has swiftly acted on its commitment to minority welfare. Within just 24 hours of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's announcement, Rs 90 crore has been released for imams and muezzins. This payment covers nine months of current honorarium plus three months that were pending from the previous administration. The move demonstrates the government's prompt action on its promises to religious communities.

Key Points: Andhra TDP Government Releases Rs 90 Crore Imams Honorarium

  • TDP government releases Rs 90 crore for religious leaders' monthly honorarium
  • Payment covers nine months from January to September 2024
  • Includes three months of pending payments from YSRCP rule
  • Funds released within 24 hours of CM's public announcement
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Andhra releases Rs 90 crores for honorarium to imams, muezzins

Chandrababu Naidu's government fulfills promise within 24 hours, releasing Rs 90 crore for imams and muezzins honorarium, including pending payments from previous regime.

"The minorities in the state will never forget the efforts made by Chandrababu Naidu for the welfare of minorities. - Minister N. Md Farooq"

Amaravati, Nov 12

The TDP-led NDA government in Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday released Rs 90 crores towards the monthly honorarium for imams and muezzins.

A day after Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu's announcement at the Minority Welfare Day programme, the government issued the order, releasing the amount.

Minorities Welfare Minister N. Md Farooq said that the Chief Minister made the announcement at the Minority Welfare Day programme on Tuesday that the government would release funds for honorarium to imams and muezzins. He said the government fulfilled the promise within 24 hours.

State Finance Secretary V. Vinay Chand issued orders to this effect on Wednesday.

Minister Farooq revealed that funds have also been released to pay honorarium for April, May and June 2024, which were kept pending by the previous government of the YSR Congress Party.

The minister recalled that for honorarium from July to December 2024, the government released Rs. 45 crore in February this year. The amount was deposited in their accounts.

He said that Rs 90 crore has been released to pay the honorarium for nine months from January to September this year, and also for three months that were kept pending by the previous government.

Minister Farooq called Chandrababu Naidu a big supporter of minorities. He stated that the minorities in the state will never forget the efforts made by Chandrababu Naidu for the welfare of minorities.

He alleged that during the previous government's tenure, an attempt was made to completely undermine the welfare of minorities. He said that the coalition government is committed to fulfilling the promises made to the people.

The minister said that the coalition government led by CM Chandrababu will move forward in an active manner to implement the promises made.

He recalled that Chandrababu Naidu had initiated the payment of honorarium to imams and muezzins during the TDP government's tenure. He said during the YSRCP rule, payments were stopped for months.

He thanked Chief Minister Naidu for fulfilling the promise within 24 hours by releasing the funds.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I support welfare measures, I wonder if similar support is being extended to priests and religious workers from other communities? True secularism means equal treatment for all.
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Michael C
As someone working in development sector, I appreciate the timely release of funds. The previous government's delay in payments must have caused hardship to many families. Glad this is resolved now.
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Ananya R
Chandrababu Naidu has always been supportive of minority welfare. Remember his initiatives during previous tenure too. Good to see continuity in good work! 🙏
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Sarah B
Releasing 90 crores within 24 hours of announcement shows commitment. Hope the funds reach the intended beneficiaries without any corruption or delays at ground level.
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Vikram M
Political parties should not use welfare schemes as tools for vote bank politics. Genuine development should be the focus, not just pre-election announcements.

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