CM Naidu Hosts Dinner, Says P-4 Programme Closest to His Heart

Naidu hosted a dinner to P-4 Margadarshis (Mentors) at his camp office on Friday night and shared insights on the significance of the P-4 programme that would support underprivileged communities in the state.

Speaking to a group of Margadarshis who have committed to the P-4 initiative, Naidu expressed his personal connection to the zero poverty programme. "Out of all the initiatives I have launched as chief minister, the P-4 programme is closest to my heart," he said.

Naidu detailed his vision for poverty alleviation and called upon wealthy individuals, corporate entities, and NGOs to collaborate in supporting at least 1.5 million families by August 15 this year.

He reflected on the importance of social responsibility, reminding attendees of the role that assistance plays in uplifting individuals to prominent positions in society. “Just as many luminaries have benefited from support at critical points in their lives, it is our duty to contribute back to society," he noted.

The CM highlighted the fact that the Gates Foundation served as an inspiration in aiding poverty alleviation efforts.

Naidu reaffirmed his commitment to ensure a poverty-free state by 2029, saying that approximately 500,000 Bangaru Kutumbalu (Golden families) have already been identified for assistance through the programme and 47,000 are ready to step in as mentors.

Mentors present at the dinner expressed their unwavering support for the CM’s vision. They praised his dedication to uplifting the poor.

Present at the event were finance minister Payyavula Keshav, vice-chairman of Swarna Andhra-P-4 Foundation Kutumba Rao and senior officials from the planning department. Business representatives from various sectors, including Srinivasa Rao from BSR and Pooja Yadav from Hero Motors were also present.