ఆంధ్రప్రదేశ్ రాష్ట్రాన్ని అభివృద్ది పథంలో నడపడానికి మరియు రాష్ట్ర ప్రతిష్ఠ పునరుద్ధరణే లక్ష్యంగా సింగపూర్ తెలుగు డయాస్పోరా మీట్ ను ప్రారంభించిన ముఖ్యమంత్రి వర్యులు శ్రీ నారా చంద్రబాబు నాయుడు గారు. కార్యక్రమంలో ఇన్ఫర్మేషన్ టెక్నాలజీ, ఎలక్ట్రానిక్స్ & కమ్యూనికేషన్స్, రియల్ టైమ్ గవర్నెన్స్ శాఖ మంత్రి నారా లోకేష్ గారు మరియు ఆంధ్రప్రదేశ్ ప్రభుత్వ ప్రవాసాంధ్ర వ్యవహారాల సలహాదారు , ఏ పీ ఎన్ ఆర్టీ సోసైటి అధ్యక్షులు డా. రవి కుమార్ వేమూరు గారు తదితరులు పాల్గొన్నారు.
ప్రవాస తెలుగు వ్యవహా రాల సలహాదారుగా వేమూరి రవికుమార్ను నియ మిస్తూ జీఏడీ ముఖ్యకార్యదర్శి ఎస్. సురేశ్కుమార్ బుధవారం ఉత్తర్వులు జారీ చేశారు. ప్రవాసుల సర్వీ సులు, పెట్టుబడుల వ్యవహారాలను కూడా ఆయన పర్యవేక్షించనున్నారు.
Work on another crucial structure has begun in Andhra Pradesh’s capital, Amaravati. The APNRT Society has issued a tender call for the first phase of the iconic building for non-resident Telugus in the administrative city. The deadline for tender submissions is the 10th of this month.
Key projects shelved during the previous government are now back on track under the coalition government. The NRT Icon building, to be constructed on five acres, will soon begin foundation work as the Andhra Pradesh Non-Resident Telugu Society (APNRTS) has invited tenders.
The 36-storey NRT Icon building, including the podium, will be constructed in three phases. The current tenders are for the foundation work, with subsequent phases for the superstructure and exterior finishing. Estimated to cost around 600 crores, the structure will feature twin towers scheduled for completion by 2028.
The building will be constructed entirely with funds from non-resident Telugus, exclusively for their use. Residential plots and office spaces within the building will be sold only to them. The structure includes two basement floors for parking, a three-storey podium, and 33 floors above.
Each of the twin towers will have 29 floors. The first tower will feature two residential plots per floor, while the second tower will house offices. These office spaces are expected to create employment opportunities for around 30,000 people, both directly and indirectly.
Four floors connecting the two towers at the top will be allocated for commercial purposes. A distinctive globe between the towers will serve as the building’s special attraction, offering a 360-degree view of Amaravati. The globe will house restaurants, kitchens, executive dining halls, and lounges covering 10,000-12,000 square feet.
The building will include a dedicated NRT clubhouse, a 2,000-seat auditorium, and a 1,500-seat amphitheater for conferences and events.
Former CM Chandrababu Naidu had laid the foundation for this building between 2014-19. About 104 non-resident Telugus had paid 33 crores for plots in the building. However, the project was shelved when the YSRCP government came to power. With the TDP coalition government now in office, legal hurdles have been cleared, paving the way for construction.
Dr. Ravi Vemuru has been reappointed as the Chairman of the Andhra Pradesh Non-Resident Telugu Society (APNRTS), marking a significant moment in the state’s effort to engage with the Telugu diaspora. As part of the ongoing process to fill nominated positions in the state, Dr. Vemuru, who previously served as Chairman from 2014 to 2019, is recognized for his exceptional service and leadership. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, acknowledging his valuable contributions, entrusted Dr. Vemuru with the key responsibility once again to continue strengthening ties between the state and the NRI community.
Hailing from Tenali, Dr. Ravi Vemuru has long been a prominent leader of the Telugu NRI community and a key figure in the development of Andhra Pradesh. His work with APNRTS, especially in serving the needs of Telugu expatriates, has earned widespread recognition. Under his leadership, the organization played a pivotal role in providing critical information, ensuring the welfare of NRIs, and encouraging their involvement in the state’s progress. APNRTS continues to be an essential platform for the diaspora to access services and contribute to the state’s development.
The APNRTS was established by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu with the goal of enhancing the participation of NRIs in the growth of Andhra Pradesh. The organization has been instrumental in offering support and information to Telugu people residing abroad. Through his reappointment, Dr. Vemuru is expected to further strengthen the connections between the NRI community and the state, fostering an even greater sense of unity and collaboration.
Dr. Ravi Vemuru’s reappointment has been met with widespread joy from the NRI community and TDP leaders alike. Many have expressed their congratulations, hoping that under his leadership, APNRTS will become even more accessible and effective in addressing the needs of the diaspora. Dr. Vemuru has thanked Chief Minister Naidu for reposing his trust in him and promised to continue working tirelessly to improve the services provided by APNRTS. Leaders like Dr. Jai, Jayaprakash Babu, and others have also extended their best wishes, expressing hope for his future success in taking the organization to greater heights.
The Andhra Pradesh Non-Resident Telugu Society (APNRTS), established in 2016 under the chairmanship of the Hon’ble Chief Minister, works to promote Brand Andhra Pradesh among the global Telugu diaspora, address NRT issues, and attract investments. As the nodal agency for the AP Migrants’ Welfare and Development Policy, it ensures migrant safety, supports reintegration, and channels diaspora contributions for state development. Key initiatives include the Migrant Resource Center, a 24x7 helpline, and the ₹528 crore self-financed NRT ICON Tower project.