Vizag Snapshots

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30th May, 2006
VSP - CMD and others taking a pledge

The Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, Mr Y Siva Sagar Rao administering the pledge to his staff at the unveiling of the renewable energy policy on the 29th of May.

VSP - CMD speech at Renewable Energy Policy programme.

The Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, Mr Y Siva Sagar Rao addressing a meeting held to mark the unveiling of the company's renewable energy policy on the 29th of May.

Unveiling of Renewable Energy Policy

The Chairman-Cum-Managing Director of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, Mr Y Siva Sagar Rao unveiling the renewable energy policy on the 29th of May.


29th May, 2006
Vizag I MLA on Prajapatham tour.

'Medaras' eking out a living by weaving bamboo baskets, pouring out their woes to Vizag-I MLA Dronamraju Srinivas when he toured Perika Veedhi and Poorna Market areas in Ward No 5 of Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation as part of 'Prajapatham' programme on the 29th of May.


27th May, 2006
Admiral Gary Roughead at ENC Head Quarters.

The Commander of US Pacific Fleet Admiral Gary Roughead inspecting the guard of honour on arrival at Eastern Naval Command headquarters on the 26th of May.

Admiral Gary Roughead with ENC Chief

US Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral Gary Roughead (Left) holding discussions with Flag Officer, Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Naval Command, Vice-Admiral Sureesh Mehta (Right) at the ENC headquarters on the 26th of May.

Admiral Gary Roughead with ENC Chief

Admiral Gary Roughead (Left) being taken around the ENC headquarters by its Flag Officer, Commanding-in-Chief, Vice-Admiral Sureesh Mehta on the 26th of May.

Launch of Lepakshi Expo

The Bureau Chief of The Hindu, Mr Prabhakar Sarma, inaugurating the exhibition-cum-sale of Lepakshi Handicrafts and Textiles at Prahalada Kalyana Mandapam on the 26th of May.

Lepakshi Handicrafts

A tastefully crafted palanquin at the expo.

Lepakshi Handicrafts

A neatly done bullock-cart at the Lepakshi Exhibition.


25th May, 2006
Gallantry Awards Presentation

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Arun Prakash who arrived in Visakhapatnam on a two-day visit to ENC on the 23rd of May, presenting the gallantry awards to Navy personnel at the investiture ceremony held at the Eastern Naval Command on the 24th of May.

Chief of Naval Staff at investiture ceremony

Admiral Arun Prakash inspecting the ceremonial parade at the investiture ceremony of the ENC on the 24th of May.


24th May, 2006
Chief of Naval Staff arrives at INS Dega

Vice Admiral Sureesh Mehta, the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief receiving the Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Arun Prakash and his wife Mrs. Kumkum Prakash, President-in-Chief of Naval Wives Welfare Association (NWWA) at INS Dega on the 23rd of May.


22nd May, 2006
ZP Standing Committee Meeting

Zilla Parishad chairperson V Kanthamma presiding over the Standing Committee meeting on the 22nd of May


20th May, 2006
Prime Minister unveiling the plaque

The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh with the dignitaries after unveiling the plaque to mark the launch of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant's expansion project on the 20th of May. 

Chief Minister addressing the meeting

The Chief Minister, Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy addressing the gathering at Vizag Steel Plant.

Steel Minister Mr. Paswan addressing the media

The Union Minister for Chemicals, Fertilisers and Steel , Mr Ram Vilas Paswan assuring reporters after the launch of VSP's expansion project, that the plant would not be merged with SAIL as feared by many.

Prime Minister at the Visakhapatnam airport

The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh being received by Andhra Pradesh Governor Rameshwar Thakur at INS Dega Airport on the 20th of May.

Prime Minister at the Visakhapatnam airport

The Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh being received by the Chief Minister, Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy at INS Dega Airport on the 20th of May.

Pylon at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant

The pylon erected to mark the launch of the expansion programme of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant by the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh on the 20th of May.

Welcome Arch

The arch erected at VSP to welcome the Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh.

Stage 1

Officials inspecting the erection of the stage on the steel plant premises in connection with the Prime Minister's programme at VSP.

Stage 2

Another view of the stage erected for the Prime Minister's meeting at the VSP.


17th May, 2006
Chief Information Commissioner at GVMC office

The Chief Information Commissioner, Mr CD Arha interacting with the three Information Commissioners, District Collector AK Singhal and Joint Collector Sultania at the GVMC office in connection with the implementation of the Right to Information Act 2005 on the 16th of May.


13th May, 2006
CM launching Godavari Water Project

The Chief Minister, Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy launching the much-awaited Godavari Water Scheme at TSR Complex on the 13th of May.

CM launching Godavari Water Project

The Chief Minister, Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy holding water flowing from a tap after launching the Godavari Water Scheme, as Vizag-II MLA S Rangaraju, Union Minister of State for Mines, Mr T Subbarami Reddy, District Collector AK Singhal, Commercial Taxes Minister Konathala Ramakrishna  and Vizag-I MLA Dronamraju Srinivas look on.

CM at Pinagadi

The Chief Minister participating in a 'grama sabha' held at Pinagadi village in Pendurthy mandal on Saturday.


11th May, 2006
MV Doulos anchored at Vizag Port

World's oldest ship m.v. Doulos carrying the largest floating book exhibition which arrived at Visakhapatnam Port on the 11th of May, seen anchored at the West Q 7 berth. The book expo will be on till the 25th of May.

Kids at summer camp

Children who came to participate in the summer coaching camp launched at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant on Wednesday.

Mr. M.K. Das launching the summer camp at VSP

Vizag Steel Plant Chief Vigilance Officer MK Das launching the Summer Camp for Children at Ukku Stadium on the 10th of May. 


9th May, 2006
Inauguration of Rainbow FM

Vizag MP N Janardhana Reddy inaugurating Rainbow Vizag 102 FM on AIR premises by lighting the traditional lamp on the 9th of May. 

Inauguration of Rainbow FM

Vizag MP N Janardhana Reddy unveiling a plaque on AIR premises to mark the launch of Rainbow Vizag 102 FM. 

Inauguration of Rainbow FM

Mr Janardhana Reddy delivering the inaugural address after the launch of Rainbow Vizag 102 FM on Tuesday.

Inauguration of Rainbow FM

The Chief Executive Officer of Prasar Bharati, Mr KS Sarma delivering the keynote address at the launch ceremony of Rainbow Vizag 102 FM.


8th May, 2006
Inauguration of Adidas Showroom

Mr. A. Ravi Kumar, Managing Partner of the new Adidas showroom at Dwarakanagar talking to other dignitaries at the inaugural function on Monday.


06th May, 2006
Inauguration of Summer Sports coaching camp

Mr. Dronamraju Srinivas, MLA of Visakha-I inaugurating the 'GVMC Summer Sports coaching camp' at Swarnabharathi Indoor Stadium on the 6th of May. Mr. N. Srikanth, Commissioner, GVMC and others were also present.

Inauguration of Summer Sports coaching camp Students participating in the rally at GVMC Summer Sports camp.

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