Naidu Meets Modi to Discuss Key Andhra Issues

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu met Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss several key issues impacting the state, including the establishment of a Railway Zone in Visakhapatnam and the merger of Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd with SAIL Ltd. Naidu also sought urgent financial assistance for flood relief efforts and addressed the need for loans from multilateral agencies for the capital, Amaravati. In upcoming meetings, Naidu will engage with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to push for the release of funds for various projects, including the Polavaram Project. The discussions come as Naidu's TDP strengthens its alliance with the ruling BJP, adding weight to his requests. The meetings are part of a broader agenda addressing issues related to left-wing extremism and state security.