A day after taking office, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu assigned portfolios to his Cabinet of 25 ministers. Naidu kept Law and Order. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan got Panchayati Raj. Nara Lokesh handles HR Development. Anitha Vangalapudi manages Home Affairs. Satya Kumar Yadav oversees Health. Payyavula Keshav got Finance.
Earlier Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu announced the formation of his new Cabinet, comprising 24 ministers alongside himself. The diverse cabinet represents various communities and regions of the state, aiming to address the diverse needs of Andhra Pradesh.
Composition of the Cabinet
The newly formed cabinet boasts a diverse representation, with members hailing from different backgrounds. Among the 25 ministers, there are 12 from the Other Category, 8 from the Backward Class, 2 from the Scheduled Caste, one from the Scheduled Tribe, and one Muslim representative. Additionally, the inclusion of three women ministers reflects the government’s commitment to gender diversity and inclusion.
List of the 25 Ministers of the Cabinet of Andhra Pradesh Government along with Ministries:
| S.No. | Name | Party | Ministry |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N Chandrababu Naidu | TDP | GAD, Law & Order, Public Enterprises, and all other portfolios not allocated to ministers |
| 2 | Konidela Pawan Kalyan | JSP | Panchayati Raj, Environment, Forest, Science, and Technology |
| 3 | N Lokesh Naidu | TDP | Human Resource Development, IT Electronics and Communication, RTG |
| 4 | Kinjarapu Atchennaidu | TDP | Agriculture, Co-operation, Marketing, Animal Husbandry, Dairy Development & Fisheries |
| 5 | Kollu Ravindran | TDP | Mines & Geology, Excise |
| 6 | Nadendla Manohar | JSP | Food and Civil Supplies, Consumer Affairs |
| 7 | Ponguru Narayana | TDP | Municipal Administration & Urban Development |
| 8 | Anitha Vangalapudi | TDP | Home Affairs & Disaster Management |
| 9 | Satya Kumar Yadav | BJP | Health, Family Welfare & Medical Education |
| 10 | Dr Nimmala Ramanaidu | TDP | Water Resources Development |
| 11 | N Mohammed Farooq | TDP | Law & Justice, Minority Welfare |
| 12 | Anam Ramanarayana Reddy | TDP | Endowments |
| 13 | Payyavula Keshav | TDP | Finance, Planning, Commercial Taxes & Legislative |
| 14 | Anagani Satya Prasad | TDP | Revenue, Registration & Stamps |
| 15 | Kolusu Parthasaradhi | TDP | Housing, I&PR |
| 16 | Dr D Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy | TDP | Social Welfare, Disabled and Senior Citizen Welfare, Sachivalayam & Village Volunteer |
| 17 | Gottipatti Ravi Kumar | TDP | Energy |
| 18 | Kandula Durgesh | JSP | Tourism, Culture & Cinematography |
| 19 | Gummadi Sandhya Rani | TDP | Women & Child Welfare, Tribal Welfare |
| 20 | B C Janaradhan Reddy | TDP | Roads & Buildings, Infrastructure & Investments |
| 21 | T G Bharat | TDP | Industries & Commerce, Food Processing |
| 22 | S Savitha | TDP | BC Welfare, Economically Weaker Sections Welfare, Handlooms & Textiles |
| 23 | Vasamsetti Subhash | TDP | Labour, Factories, Boilers & Insurance Medical Services |
| 24 | Kondapalli Srinivas | TDP | MSME, SERP, NRI Empowerment & Relations |
| 25 | Mandapalli Ram Prasad Reddy | TDP | Transport, Youth & Sports |
Notable Appointments
Key figures like Pawan Kalyan and Nara Lokesh find a place in Chandrababu Naidu’s Cabinet, showing the importance of experienced and influential leaders in shaping the state’s policies and governance. Their inclusion directs the government’s focus on utilising diverse talents to boost progress and development in Andhra Pradesh.
Victory and Alliance
The formation of the cabinet follows the resounding victory of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and its allies, including Pawan Kalyan’s Jana Sena Party (JSP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), in the state elections. This electoral triumph, securing 164 out of 175 assembly seats, underscores the widespread support for the alliance’s vision and policies.
Priorities and Commitments
Chandrababu Naidu, in assuming office for the fourth term, reaffirmed his commitment to the state’s development and welfare. One of his key pledges includes the elevation of Amaravati as the capital of Andhra Pradesh, signaling a significant step towards the state’s growth and prosperity.
Conclusion
As Andhra Pradesh starts a new chapter under the leadership of Chandrababu Naidu, the formation of a robust and inclusive Cabinet sets the stage for good governance and progress. With a diverse range of ministers and a clear vision for the future, the state is determined to overcome challenges and achieve new milestones in its journey towards prosperity.