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Respected Sri G. Balakrishna, IAS, officially assumed charge as the Mission Director of MEPMA (Mission for Elimination of Poverty in Municipal Areas) today at his chambers in Tadepalli.
గౌరవ ముఖ్యమంత్రి శ్రీ నారా చంద్రబాబు నాయుడు గారి మార్గదర్శకత్వంలో ‘స్వర్ణాంధ్ర–స్వచ్ఛాంధ్ర 2047’ లక్ష్యాలను పట్టణ ప్రాంతాల్లోని ప్రతి ఇంటికీ చేరువ చేస్తూ మెప్మా చేపట్టిన సృజనాత్మక ప్రచారాలు, క్షేత్రస్థాయి కార్యక్రమాలకు ఈ అవార్డులు గొప్ప గుర్తింపు. బెస్ట్ సోషల్ మీడియా ఎంగేజ్మెంట్ అవార్డు వరుసగా రెండో ఏడాది ఈ ప్రతిష్టాత్మక అవార్డును సొంతం చేసుకున్న AP MEPMA.
The grand inauguration of Reach My Store was held on 22 August 2026 in Kakinada, marking a significant milestone for local entrepreneurship and women’s economic empowerment.
Egg Cart Distribution at Nellore On the occasion of 80th Independence Day, Hon’ble MA UD Minister Sri Ponguru Narayana Garu inaugurated the distribution of Egg Carts in Nellore.
Swarna Andhra – Swachha Andhra (SASA) Day Theme: Enumeration of Bulk Waste Generators (BWGs) Slogan: *“Clean Cities – Responsible Generators”* The Hon’ble CM Sir Sri Nara Chandra Babu Naidu garu graced today’s SASA programme, inspiring citizens to adopt responsible waste practices. APMEPMA SHGs and field staff actively participated in IEC rallies, awareness drives, and intensive cleaning efforts across all ULBs.
Respected Mission Director Smt. Vakati Karuna, I.A.S. Garu, along with Guntur Project Director Smt. Vijaya Lakshmi Garu, attended the Sree Manikanta SHG meeting and the Tarun Santhi SHG meeting at Nulakapeta, Mangalagiri–Tadepalli Municipal Corporation, Guntur District, reflecting their commitment to strengthening Self Help Group initiatives and community empowerment.
Hon’ble CM Sri N. Chandrababu Naidu Garu inaugurated the Food Street and Entertainment Plaza at Kuppam on 04 July 2026, creating a vibrant hub for local culture and recreation. On the same day, he also distributed ₹12 Cr to 60 SHGs (600 women) and ₹9 Lakh to 60 street vendors under PM SVANidhi, reaffirming Andhra Pradesh’s commitment to empowering women, promoting entrepreneurship, and strengthening livelihoods.
Honourable Chief Minister Sri Nara Chandrababu Naidu Garu visited Reach My Store in Kuppam on 4th July.
Food Street-Entertainment Plaza in Kuppam has been inaugurated by Honorable Chief Minister Sri Nara Chandrababu Naidu Garu on 4th July.
Trupti Canteen Visit – Eluru ULB Hon’ble Minister for Municipal Administration Sri Ponguru Narayana Garu,
EBG Group Private Limited Respected Mission Director Smt. Vakati Karuna I.A.S., signed an MoU with EBG Group Private Limited on 03rd July 2026.
Trupti Canteen at Narsipatnam, Anakapalli District
Egg Cart Distribution Programme on 26.03.2026 @ Eluru, Andhra Pradesh
అంతర్జాతీయ మహిళా దినోత్సవ వేడుకలు 2026
Respected MEPMA Mission Director Smt. Vakati Karuna I.A.S. conducted PD's Conference on MEPMA Activities with all Project Directors on 19th February 2026
Hon’ble MLA Sri Kanna Lakshminarayana Inaugurates Chai Rasta Outlet in Sattenapalli on 04th Feb 2026
Hon’ble MLA Sri Arani Srinivasulu Inaugurates Chai Rasta Outlet in Tirupati
Trupti Canteen at Nandyal Empowering SHGs and Transforming Local Economies with Trupti Canteen @ Nandyal.
Smt. Vakati Karuna IAS, has assumed charge as Mission Director (Full Additional Charge) of the Mission for Elimination of Poverty in Municipal Areas (MEPMA), Government of Andhra Pradesh, on 05th January 2025.
State-Level Workshop on Livelihood Promotion Cell (LHP) held on 03112025 at Farmer Training Centre, Vijayawada under the Hon’ble CM’s #OneFamilyOneEntrepreneur (OFOE) mission.
MEPMA Milestone! Hon’ble CM Sri Nara Chandrababu Naidu Garu launched 8 game-changing initiatives to empower SHG women at the 1 Lakh Women Entrepreneurs meet (Oct 21, 2025).
👏 Mrs. Y. Madhuri (Sri Sai Krishna SHG, Mangalagiri) received a record ₹1.25 Cr PMFME loan from SBI Undavalli to expand her ghee production unit employing 10 SHG women. Cheque handed over by MEPMA Mission Director Shri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, SBI GM Shri A.R.V. Subbarao, and Branch Manager Shri G. Shyamalarao at MEPMA HQ on 17th October 2025.
On October 11, 2025, the Honourable Chief Minister Shri Nara Chandrababu Naidu virtually inaugurated 120 shops established on Nellore Smart Street. The event was attended by Nellore Municipal Minister Shri Ponguru Narayana, Collector Himanshu Shukla IAS, Commissioner Nandan, MEPMA Mission Director Shri N. Tej Bharath IAS, Nellore PD, and other senior officials.
🎉 Sakhi Suraksha Program Launched at GVMC! 💪 Today, 9th October 2025, the Sakhi Suraksha Program was officially launched at AU Convention Hall, GVMC, by Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, Mission Director, MEPMA, in the presence of Dr. Hareendar Prasad, IAS, District Collector, Visakhapatnam, Sri Velagapudi Ramakrishna, MLA (Visakhapatnam East), and senior officials from the Health Dept, UCD, GVMC, MEPMA, and e-Vaidya Pvt. Ltd.
MEPMA hosted a successful Job Mela in Srikakulam, AP, on Oct 8, 2025, with 16 private firms! Over 1,200 SHG youth explored job opportunities. Launched by Shri N. Tej Bharath IAS, Shri G. Shankara Rao MLA and Smt. Narmada Devi. Empowering the urban poor through employment!
🌟 MEPMA Triumphs at Swachhandhra Awards! 🌟 Hon’ble CM Sri N. Chandrababu Naidu presented 4 prestigious awards to MEPMA at Tummalapalli Kalakshetram, Vijayawada.
Swarna Andhra Swachh Andhra selected to State Level Swachha SLFs and Best Social Media Management Award
Respected Mission Director of MEPMA, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., chaired the 2nd Inter-Departmental Meeting on Digi Lakshmi implementation
SARAS Mela 2025 @ Vizianagaram Municipal Corporation, #AndhraPradesh
Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, Nellore Municipal Corporation Commissioner Sri Y.O. Nandan, PD, SMMs, SMC, Street Vendor committee members, visited Smart Street Project at Satyanarayanapuram, Mypadu road, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh on 26th September 2025.
Lok Kalyan Mela – #PMSVANidhi 2.0 @ Nellore Today, MEPMA Andhra Pradesh organized the Lok Kalyan Mela at Command Control Room, Municipal Corporation, Nellore in collaboration with line departments, as part of the #PMSVANidhi scheme implementation.
🎉 Lok Kalyan Mela – #PMSVANidhi 2.0 @ VMC 🎉 Today, MEPMA Andhra Pradesh organized the Lok Kalyan Mela at the premises of Gujjala Saraladevi Function Hall, Singnagar, Vijayawada Municipal Corporation in collaboration with line departments, as part of the #PMSVANidhi scheme implementation.
Lok Kalyana Mela – PMSVANidhi 2.0 @ Nuzvid Andhra Pradesh *MEPMA Mission Director, Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS*, participated in the Pradhan Mantri Atmanirbhar Nidhi *(PMSVANidhi) Lok Kalyan Mela* organized at Nuzvidu Municipality. As part of the program, he addressed the street vendors on the benefits of the PM SVANidhi 2.0 scheme and encouraged them to avail loans of ₹15,000, ₹25,000, and up to ₹50,000 by increasing their credit limits.
Hon’ble CM Chandrababu Naidu visited #SwarnaAndhra #SwachhAndhra , #APMEPMA stalls in Macharla, Palnadu District: explored waste-to-wealth, natural farming and local production stalls, and guided collectors on sustainable waste management for a cleaner and greener #GreenAP. 🌱💧
Respected Mission Director, MEPMA, Andhra Pradesh, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., receiving the prestigious SKOCH PLATINUM AWARD at India Habitat Centre, Delhi on 20-09-2025. MEPMA, 9 projects successfully passed through multiple levels of evaluation to win this award.
Lok Kalyana Mela – PMSVANidhi 2.0 | Darsi and Repalle ULBs Successfully conducted on 19.09.2025 as per the official action plan
Hon’ble Minister MAUD Sri P Narayana garu, Hon'ble Principal Secretary to Government, MAUD Department Sri S. Suresh Kumar, IAS, VMC Municipal Corporation Commissioner Sri HM Dhyana Chandra IAS, Mission Director MEPMA Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS, Swachh Andhra Corporation Chairman Kommareddy Pattabhi Ram, Director Sri Anil Kumar, IAS, participated in the Swachhata Hi Seva 2025 programme in KP Nagar, Vijayawada on 17th September 2025.
Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S, visited Trupthi Canteen container making place at Khaza, Mangalagiri on 8th September 2025.
MEPMA Newsletter (August 2025) issued by the MISSION FOR ELIMINATION OF POVERTY IN MUNICIPAL AREAS (MEPMA), Municipal Administration and Urban Development, Govt. of A.P.
Respected Mission Director of MEPMA, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., has conducted One Day Workshop on Legal Correspondence, formation of LHP Cell and EAP(Entrepreneurship Action Plan) with all Project Directors and Regional Coordinators held at O/o Mission Director, Tadepalli on 04th September 2025.
As per the guidelines of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Urban Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NULM) and Respected Mission Director MEPMA Sri N. Tej Bharath., I.A.S, SHG Products Exhibition Stalls in *Summer Annuals 2025 Amrit Udyan* held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi are gaining good response from the public. Here are a few glimpses.
*Summer Annuals 2025 – Amrit Udyan at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi* As per the guidelines of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Urban Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NULM) and Respected Mission Director MEPMA Sri N. Tej Bharath., I.A.S, Andhra Pradesh SHGs Products Exhibition Stalls *Hand Made Dolls Seeds, Organic fertilizers/Gardening sprayer/tools, Handmade Candles (Vijayawada) and Wooden Carvings(Nellore) made by Self Help Groups of #APMEPMA, Andhra Pradesh in *Summer Annuals 2025 Amrit Udyan* held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi from South Zone 2 Stalls 4 SHG members are participating during the period 2nd to 7th September 2025.
Respected Mission Director, MEPMA, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., participated in the VC conducted by Hon'ble Principal Secretary to Government, MAUD Department Sri S. Suresh Kumar, I.A.S, with all HoD’s of MAUD on Project implementations and Priority Works on 02nd September 2025.
Under the guidance of Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., the Mangalagiri–Tadepalli Municipal Corporation organized a successful PMFME awareness and food processing machinery demonstration at Sri Vasi Reddy Venkatadri Naidu Kala Vedika, Mangalagiri, on 01st September 2025. The event was graced by Hon’ble Commissioner Sri Aleem Basha, Additional Commissioner Smt. Shakuntala, TTD Board Member Smt. Janaki Devi, APCOB and SBI Bank Managers, PMFME DRP Guntur Sri Sai Krishna, MEPMA staff, and resource persons. With over 200 participants, the program spotlighted opportunities for local food entrepreneurs and showcased modern equipment to support small-scale food industries.
Respected Mission Director of MEPMA, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., conducted an *orientation meeting on DIGI Lakshmi* with all Project Directors and DIGI Lakshmi representatives through video conference on 28th August 2025.
*Ecolastic* Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, Mission Director, MEPMA, signed an MoU with Ecolastic Products Pvt. Ltd. on 26th August 2025. The MoU enables SHG women to become eco-entrepreneurs through the distribution and future manufacturing of compostable products, aligned with the “One Family, One Entrepreneur” vision.
*City of Terrace Gardens (CTG)* Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, Mission Director, MEPMA, signed an MoU with City of Terrace Gardens (CTG) on 26th August 2025. The partnership promotes home composting and terrace/kitchen gardening among SHG women across 123 ULBs, fostering green livelihoods and sustainable urban ecosystems.
AE Technologies (Bio Elite) Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, Mission Director, MEPMA, signed an MoU with AE Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (Bio Elite) on 26th August 2025. The initiative empowers SHG women to distribute certified compostable water bottles, supporting plastic ban enforcement and eco-friendly entrepreneurship.
Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S, has conducted Meeting with the Inter departmental Committee to deliberate on the modalities of *Digi Lakshmi* program and to finalize the procurement of materials for ATOM Kiosks, Hardware and Software etc., through e-procurement held at O/o Mission Director, Tadepalli on 26th August 2025.
In the presence of the Respected Mission Director, Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, MEPMA signed an MoU on 25th August 2025 with the Dalit Bahujan Resource Centre (DBRC). The MoU focuses on the socio-economic development of Rag-Pickers and Hair Pickers in 8 urban districts of Andhra Pradesh. The collaboration aims at their identification, organization into Common Interest Groups (CIGs), skill upgradation, and facilitation of sustainable livelihoods.
In the presence of the Respected Mission Director, Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, MEPMA signed an MoU on 25th August 2025 with NIRMAN Organisation. The MoU is aimed at promoting the economic empowerment of urban Self-Help Group (SHG) women through the mobilization of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds. It also seeks to extend technical support to enhance SHG women’s capacities, improve market access, and create sustainable income-generation opportunities.
In the presence of the Respected Mission Director, Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, MEPMA signed an MoU on 25th August 2025 with *Wagons Skill Foundation*. The MoU is aimed at delivering a structured financial literacy and digital education program titled “Know Your Money”, powered by HDFC Securities Limited, to benefit 5 lakh Self-Help Group (SHG) members and other eligible groups across urban Andhra Pradesh.
In the presence of the Respected Mission Director, Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, MEPMA signed an MoU on 25th August 2025 with India Post Payments Bank (IPPB). The MoU aims to establish Individual Business Channel outlets for IPPB across Andhra Pradesh through selected SHG women (DIGI-LAKSHMI). This initiative will enhance banking access, generate employment opportunities, and promote inclusive economic development.
In the presence of the Respected Mission Director, Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, MEPMA signed an MoU on 25th August 2025 with M/s One97 Communications Limited (Paytm). The MoU establishes a collaborative partnership to empower Self-Help Group (SHG) women and their families by enabling fast, secure, and reliable digital transactions. The partnership focuses on: 1. Seamless integration of UPI, QR code, and wallet payments 2. Providing real-time transaction insights and reports 3. Easy onboarding through the Paytm for Business app 4. Delivering enhanced customer experience and operational efficiency
On 21st August 2025, Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., completed one year at MEPMA, a journey marked by vision, dedication, and impactful initiatives towards empowering communities, strengthening livelihoods, and building a sustainable future.
In the presence of Respected Mission Director, Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, MEPMA signed MoUs with five organisations – Vasavya Mahila Mandali, Reconnect, REACH, NIPUNA, and CHAI RASTHA. These collaborations aim to economically empower SHG members and their families through innovative livelihood and development programs.
"During the 79th Independence Day celebrations held at Indira Gandhi Municipal Stadium, Vijayawada, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Sri Nara Chandrababu Naidu, presented the Third Prize in the Tableau Presentation to the Hon’ble Principal Secretary to Government, MAUD Department, Sri S. Suresh Kumar, I.A.S., and the Mission Director, MEPMA, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., in recognition of implementing various socio-economic programmes aimed at uplifting the urban poor."
Hon'ble Principal Secretary to Government, MAUD Department Sri S. Suresh Kumar, I.A.S and Respected Mission Director, MEPMA Sri N.Tej Bharat I.A.S inaugurated Eco-Friendly Stalls operated and maintained by SHG members on 14th Aug 2025 for selling eco-friendly bags under the concept "Plastic Free at Secretariat" as part of the Swarnandhra – Swachh Andhra.
on August 6, 2025, Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, launched a special LEAP workshop for 220 Star Performer SHG women entrepreneurs. They shared inspiring journeys from nominal SHGs to top performers! at Amaravathi Convention, MG Road, Vijayawada. Coordinated by India SME Forum, with AMD, SMM, PO VMC, and MEPMA staff in attendance. Aligning with Hon'ble CM's "One Family One Entrepreneur" vision to scale businesses from local to global. Empowering women for a brighter Andhra Pradesh!
Respected Director MoHUA (Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Govt of India) Dr. Sunil Kumar Yadav, along with Respected Mission Director of MEPMA, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., UCD Project Officer Sri P Venkata Narayana, SMMs interacted with Domestic Workers, Transport workers, Rapido Beneficiaries, SHG women’s at VMC Command Control Room, also visited Trupti Canteen at Panja Centre, Paper Plate making Livelihood Unit at Income tax colony, Autonagar, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh on 4th August 2025.
Hon’ble Government Whip and Politburo Member, MLA for Vijayawada Central, Shri Bonda Uma Maheswara Rao, along with Respected Mission Director of MEPMA, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., participated in the grand launch of the BestMart–MEPMA collaboration held at Ilapuram Convention Centre, Gandhinagar, Vijayawada, on 4th August 2025. As part of this, MEPMA Andhra Pradesh has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with BestMart and MEPMA • A step forward in SHG development through digital commerce • A collaborative platform for entrepreneurs, SHGs, and consumers • Enhanced employment opportunities – supporting women's economic empowerment
Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, has conducted a Review meeting with ΜΕΡΜΑ Parvathipuram Manyam District Staff on all MEΡΜΑ Activities at the Collector's office Parvathipuram, on 1st August 2025.
Respected Mission Director MEPMA Sri N.Tej Bharath., I.A.S., Conducted VC on with the Head, Operations and State engagement of RASCI (Retailers Association's Skill Council of India) on 31st July 2025 at the Office of the Mission Director, Tadepalli. The discussion focused on exploring a collaborative framework to empower urban poor women and youth through skill development, certification, and employment in the growing retail sector.
In a heartfelt gesture, MEPMA Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharat IAS facilitated a ₹10 lakh insurance cheque to the family of late Technical Expert Mr. Pakki Vijay Kumar, who tragically passed away in an accident. The cheque was handed over today @ O/o Mission Director, Tadepalli, on 30th July 2025 in the presence of officials from United Insurance’s Guntur Regional Office.
Respected Mission Director, MEPMA, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., participated in the VC Conducted by Hon'ble Principal Secretary to Government, MAUD Department Sri S. Suresh Kumar, I.A.S, with all HoD’s of MA
Under the guidance of the respected Mission Director of MEPMA, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., an exposure visit was conducted to study and learn about the mission guidelines of DJAY-S NULM activities in Parry’s Corner, Pondy Bazar, Koyembedu, at Chennai Municipal Corporation, Tamil Nadu. SMM Sri R. Adi Narayana, Nellore Street Vendors along with their team visited the Street Vending Zones on 26th July 2025.
*Trupthi Canteen @ Vijayawada* Empowering SHGs and Transforming Local Economies with Trupthi Canteen @ Vijayawada. *On 26th July 2025*, Hon'ble Principal Secretary Sri S. Suresh Kumar, I.A.S., Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, VMC Municipal Corporation Commissioner Sri HM Dhyana Chandra IAS, AMD, UCD PO, SMM, IOB officials inaugurated the 2nd Trupthi Canteen at Panja Centre, Near Railway Station, Vijayawada.
The EZIMART Rural Commerce Pvt. Ltd. team calls on the respected Mission Director of MEPMA, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S. They interacted regarding the establishment of new Micro Kirana Stores and support for existing Micro Kirana Stores operated by women (primarily SHG members) through modern retail technologies, supply chain infrastructure, training, and market access. State Officials and subject specialists were also present at the meeting held at O/o Mission Director, Tadepalli on 24th July 2025.
Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, has conducted a meeting on MLCC(MEPMA Loan Charging Module) with SLBC LDMs, Bank managers through Video Conference on 23rd July 2025.
Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, has conducted Review Meeting on Street Vendor Survey with GVMC, Guntur, Prakasam, Sri Sathya Sai, Anakapalli, Bapatla, P.Manyam and Tirupathi District PDs and CMMs through Video Conference on 18th July 2025.
Hon’ble MAUD Minister, Sri Ponguru Narayana, Hon'ble MAUD Principal Secretary Sri S. Suresh Kumar, I.A.S., and Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS participated in the *Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 awards* ceremony on 17th July 2025 organised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs(MoHUA) held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, India.
MEPMA has received 9 SKOCH Platinum Awards.
Hon'ble Principal Secretary Sri S. Suresh Kumar, I.A.S., and Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, conducted a State Level Capacity Building Workshop on Livelihoods and Entrepreneurship Acceleration Programme (LEAP) at AVANTHA BANQUET HALL, Tadepalli on 15th July 2025.
Respected Mission Director, MEPMA, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., participated in the VC conducted by Hon'ble Principal Secretary to Government, MAUD Department Sri S. Suresh Kumar, I.A.S, with all HoD’s of MAUD on Project implementations and Priority Works on 14th July 2025.
Hon'ble Principal Secretary Sri S. Suresh Kumar, I.A.S., Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, inspected the quality of *Digi-Lakshmi Kiosk* at the Office of the Mission Director, Tadepalli, on 8th July 2025.
Hon'ble Principal Secretary Sri S. Suresh Kumar, I.A.S., Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, Conducted State Level 15th Executive Committee Meeting held at O/o Mission Director, Tadepalli on 8th July 2025.
The decision to keep the orders related to the renewal of the fixed three-year tenure of 9,048 Resource Persons (RPs) in abeyance has brought immense relief. The Resource Persons from across the state had felicitated the Hon'ble Principal Secretary to Government, MAUD Department *Sri S. Suresh Kumar, I.A.S,* along with MEPMA Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS., held at O/o Mission Director, Tadepalli on 8th July 2025 and conveyed their gratitude towards the Government decision.
The decision to keep the orders related to the renewal of the fixed three-year tenure of 9,048 Resource Persons (RPs) in abeyance has brought immense relief. In this regard, the RPs across the state have expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the Hon’ble Chief Minister, Sri N. Chandrababu Naidu garu, and the Hon’ble MAUD Minister, Sri Ponguru Narayana garu. This decision has provided them job security, recognized their dedicated services, and empowered them to continue supporting women's economic development through SHGs with renewed confidence and commitment. The Resource Persons from across the state had felicitated the Hon’ble MAUD Minister Sri Ponguru Narayana garu along with MEPMA Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS., at the AP CRDA office in Vijayawada on 3rd July 2025 and conveyed their gratitude towards the Government decision.
Respected Mission Director, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., participated in the video conference hosted by the GeM Portal with all Seller Point DRPs regarding the e-commerce portal onboarding procedure on 2nd July 2025.
Respected Mission Director, MEPMA Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., participated in retirement farewell of Smt. G.Lalitha Sree FM(SMC) on her retirement appreciated her services during her tenure in MEPMA Head Office and Sri. T. Ravi Kumar, SMC who is repatriating to his parent Department.
Respected Mission Director, MEPMA Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., MD APTIDCO Sri B. Sunil Kumar Reddy, I.F.S., Chairman, APTIDCO Sri Ajaya Kumar Vemulapati and Board of Directors have participated in the 34th Board of Directors Meeting on APTIDCO Housing through video conference on 30th June 2025.
Hon'ble CM Sri. N. Chandrababu Naidu Garu, participated in the "GFST Tourism Conclave" held in Vijayawada. Respected Mission Director MEPMA Sri N. Tej Bharath., I.A.S., Participated on 27th June 2025. • In the presence of the Hon'ble CM and the CEO of AP Tourism Authority, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is signed between MEPMA and the CEO of AP Tourism Authority and Managing Director, AP Tourism Development Corporation to link MEPMA intends to collaborate with AP Tourism as a Strategic Partner to achieve the deliverables/objectives as agreed by both the parties. • MEPMA aims to provide Livelihood to about 5000 SHG Members in next 4 years in collaboration with Tourism by developing Home Stays, Hotels, Shopping outlets, Guides, Sanitation
Respected Secretary to Hon’ble Chief Minister, *Sri Pradyumna, IAS*., conducted a review meeting with the CEO of Swachh Andhra Corporation and the MD of MEPMA on *SASA - KPIs and Timelines* through a video conference on 26th June 2025.
Respected Mission Director MEPMA Sri N. Tej Bharath., I.A.S., has conducted a video conference on Home Composting/Gardening, arriving of financials and a demonstration of the SASA app with PD East Godavari, IB Krishna, IB Chittoor, CMM Gudivada, CO Tirupati, Resource Persons and implementors of Home Compost and Terras gardens on 26th June 2025.
Respected Mission Director MEPMA Sri N.Tej Bharath., I.A.S, has conducted training session on the *Digi Lakshmi app* for SHG beneficiaries through Video Conference on 26th June 2025.
Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS, MEPMA, Andhra Pradesh, visited Trupthi Canteen at Panja Centre, Near Shadhi Khana, Vijayawada Municipal Corporation Loan Sanction Letters distribution to the Trupthi canteen SHG Women Beneficiaries from Indian Overseas Bank, Vijayawada Regional Office on 25th June 2025. IOB Officials, VMC PO and Mepma Officials also participated.
Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS, conducted a Review on MEPMA Activities with all PDs, AOs, DPMU TEs, CMMs/ TMCs, COs through Video Conference on 24th June 2025. AMD, AO, SMCs
International Yoga Day held at O/o Mission Director, Tadepalli on 21st June 2025.
Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS, interacted with various families in Arilova, Visalakshi Nagar and verified their awareness interest to participate in the program on 18th June 2025. Except the elderly everyone is giving positive reply in Vizag.
Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, conducted Mobilization review meeting with Cos, RPs, MEPMA Staff and Political leaders Pendurthi constituency on 18th June 2025 at Gopalapatnam, Zone 8th, Visakhapatnam, to ensure mass participation in the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025.
Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS participated in the coordination meeting with all nodal officers held on 17th June 2025 at Sagarika, AU Convention Centre, beside Beach Road, Visakhapatnam. The meeting was convened by the Nodal Officer, YOGANDHRA, and the Director General of Police (DGP) to ensure mass participation in the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025. In line with the directions of the Government, MEPMA will ensure the mobilization of 3.50 lakh SHG members and their family members for the successful observance of IDY 2025 in Visakhapatnam.
On the occasion of the birthday of Hon'ble Minister for MA UD Sri. P. Narayana Garu, the Resource Persons, staff and functionaries of GVMC joyfully celebrated the event under the able leadership and guidance of Sri. N. Tej Bharath, IAS, Mission Director, MEPMA on 16th June 2025. The team extended heartfelt greetings and expressed gratitude for the Hon’ble Minister’s visionary leadership and unwavering support for urban development and empowerment of SHG women. The celebration reflected the collective respect and admiration towards the Hon’ble Minister’s dedication to building a progressive and sustainable urban Andhra Pradesh.
Hon’ble Minister for MA UD, Sri P. Narayana Garu, along with Additional Mission Director, MEPMA, Commissioner, Nellore Municipal Corporation, Managing Director, TIDCO, Project Director, MEPMA Nellore, and SMM-LH, conducted a comprehensive review meeting with MEPMA Nellore District staff and SLF Resource Persons (RPs) at the Command Control Room, Nellore on 14th June 2025.
Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS participated in the Workshop on Insights and Lessons from the Pilot Implementation on 13th June 2025 organised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs(MoHUA) held at the NBCC Convention Centre, New Delhi.
Under the guidance of the Respected Mission Director of MEPMA, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., a distribution program of *Rapido autos and bikes* was conducted at Chirala Municipality on 12th June 2025, under the leadership of the Hon’ble local MLA, Sri Madduluri Malakondayya. The PD MEPMA, Municipal Commissioner, CMM, COs, RPs, and other public representatives participated in the event.
Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS, conducted a Review on *Yogandhra* and MEPMA Activities with All PDs except GVMC, DPMU TEs, CMMs/ TMCs through Video Conference on 11th June 2025.
Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S, conducted review meeting on *Yogandhra* with all SLF, TLF RPs
Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S, participated in the Group of Ministers Meeting regarding the progress of Yogendra campaign and arrangements to be made for successful conduct of International Yoga Day held at collectorate, Visakhapatnam on 10th June 2025.
Proud moment for MEPMA! 🌟 9 out of 14 nominated projects have won the prestigious SKOCH, Platinum award on 07.06.2025.
Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS, presented MEPMA 10 projects in the “SKOCH ORDER OF MERIT INVESTITURE 2025” through Video Conference on 06th June 2025.
Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS conducted a Review on MEPMA Activities with all PDs, AOs, DPMU TEs, CMMs/ TMCs, COs through Video Conference on 06th June 2025. AMD, AO, SMCs
Respected Mission Director MEPMA, AMD conducted meeting with *Nirmaan Organization co-lead partner* regarding collaboration with MEPMA through a VC on 5th June 2025.
"Under the guidance of the Respected Mission Director of MEPMA, the Additional Mission Director (AMD) participated along with Vijayawada Municipal Commissioner Sri Dhyanachandra H.M., IAS, Vijayawada East Constituency MLA Sri Gadde Rama Mohan, and other officials in the *World Environment Day 2025* celebrations conducted under the Amrut Mitra program. The event, held at Loyola College, Vijayawada on 5th June 2025, and also conducted in the entire Andhra Pradesh, involved MEPMA staff, Self Help Group members, and their families."
Under the Guidance of Respected Mission Director MEPMA, AMD conducted a Review on MEPMA Activities with all PDs, AOs, DPMU TEs, CMMs, COs through Video Conference on 3rd June 2025.
As part of the 11th International Day Yogandhra 2025, as part of the free yoga program conducted for one month from May 21 to June 21, this month with the slogan 'Yoga for One Earth - One Health, yoga programs were conducted entire #AndhraPradesh participated MEPMA staff, self help groups and their family members today 03.06.2025.
Respected Mission Director MEPMA, AMD participated in the VC conducted by Hon'ble Principal Secretary to Government, MA
Respected Mission Director MEPMA, AMD participated in the Video Conference convened by the Chief Secretary, GoAP, with District Collectors and Secretaries hosted from CS Conference Hall, A.P. Secretariat, meeting on State-wide International Yoga Day Celebrations, PM Surya Ghar, Positive Perception on 30th May 2025.
Under the Guidance of Respected Mission Director MEPMA, AMD participated meeting with AP Markfed department regarding Markup Board meeting through VC on 29th May 2025.
Under the Guidance of Respected Mission Director MEPMA, AMD conducted meeting with Miss Anna Roy Women Entrepreneurship Platform(WEP) regarding MoU discussions through VC on 29th May 2025.
Under the Guidance of Respected Mission Director MEPMA Sri N. Tej Bharath., I.A.S., AMD Sri Naga Venkateswara Rao Kotipalli, conducted meeting regarding CBO Audit with auditors through Video Conference on 29th May 2025.
Under the Guidance of Respected Mission Director MEPMA Sri N.Tej Bharath., I.A.S., AMD Sri Naga Venkateswara Rao Kotipalli and SMM, participated in the virtual meeting on 29th May 2025 hosted under the chairmanship of Ms. Isha Kalia, Joint Secretary, MoHUA, NULM and AMRUT SMDs of all States/UTs regarding Status of site visit reports Formulation of projects and associated timelines Preparedness for upcoming tree plantation activities.
Under the Guidance of Respected Mission Director MEPMA Sri N. Tej Bharath., I.A.S., AMD Sri Naga Venkateswara Rao Kotipalli, meeting with Smt.Mahalakshmi Saravanan, Founder of Women Entrepreneurs India, regarding MoU discussions through Video Conference on 28th May 2025.
Under the Guidance of Respected Mission Director MEPMA Sri N. Tej Bharath., I.A.S., AMD Sri Naga Venkateswara Rao Kotipalli, *On the eve of Hon'ble Dr. N.T. Rama Rao Jayanthi Celebrations* held @ O/o Mission Director, Tadepalli, on 28th May 2025.
Under the Guidance of Respected Mission Director MEPMA Sri N. Tej Bharath., I.A.S., AMD Sri Naga Venkateswara Rao Kotipalli, conducted a Review on MEPMA Activities with all PDs, AOs, DPMU TEs, CMMs, COs through Video Conference on 27th May 2025.
Under the Guidance of Respected Mission Director MEPMA Sri N. Tej bharath., I.A.S., AMD Sri Naga Venkateswara Rao Kotipalli, participated in the VC Conducted by Hon'ble Principal Secretary to Government, MA
*JOB Mela conducted by District Collector Mrs. A. Tameem Ansariya IAS, at ONGOLE ULB, MEPMA, AP on 24.05.2025, 38 private companies participated in this job fair, where 1,289 unemployed youth registered, and 480 candidates, also distributed 10 electric bikes and 10 electric autos to members of the Self-Help Groups*.
Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS conducted a Workshop on Finalisation of District Level MoUs with Organisation Heads and TE-LHs held at O/o Mission Director, Tadepalli on 23rd May 2025.
Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, State Mission Director, MEPMA, Andhra Pradesh, visited a designated water body as part of the Women for Trees initiative under the AMRUT Mitra Program at Khaza, Mangalagiri Tadepalli Municipal Corporation on 22nd May 2025. He was accompanied by Self-Help Group (SHG) members, the Municipal Commissioner, and other key stakeholders.
Under the Guidance of Respected Mission Director Andhra Pradesh MEPMA Sri N. Tej Bharath., I.A.S., MEPMA Field Staff Visited Tree plantation campaign sites at Srikalahasti, Nellore, Aadoni, VMC, GVMC, Tanuku, Palakollu, Kakinada, Narsapuram, Atmakuru, Kondapalli, Chirala and Nandigama on 21052025
Respected Secretary to CM, *Sri Pradyumna, IAS*, conducted a review meeting with the CEO of SERP and the MD of MEPMA on the One Lakh Women Entrepreneurs schemes through video conference on 20th May 2025.
Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS conducted a Review on MEPMA Activities with all PDs, AOs, DPMU TEs, CMMs, COs through Video Conference on 20th May 2025.
Under the Guidance of Respected Mission Director MEPMA Sri N.Tej Bharath., I.A.S., AMD Sri Naga Venkateswara Rao Kotipalli and SMMs, participated in the virtual meeting on 19th May 2025 hosted under the chairmanship of JS (NULM
Hon’ble CM N. Chandrababu Naidu garu participated in the Swarna Andhra Swachha Andhra (SASA) programme ‘Beat the Heat’ programme in Kurnool on 17th May 2025.
Video Conference convened by Chief Secretary, GoAP with District Collectors and Secretaries hosted from CS Conference Hall, A.P.Secretariat on 19th May 2025
virtual meeting on 19th May 2025 hosted under the chairmanship of JS (NULM
Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS conducted an orientation meeting for the empanelled Auditors for CBO Auditing held at O/o Mission Director, Tadepalli on 15th May 2025 and briefed about the IT-enabled MEPMA CBO Audit process.
State Level Bankers’ Sub-Committee (SLBC) Meeting on MEPMA Department Initiatives held at O/o Mission Director, Tadepalli on 13th May 2025.
Street Vendors Survey ,Amruth Mitra Plantation Drive through Video Conference on 12th May 2025.
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Review meeting on Tourism Livelihoods for SHG women on 9th May 2025
Under the guidance of the respected Mission Director of MEPMA, Sri N. Tej Bharath, I.A.S., ONDC representative visited the VMC Seller Point and Livelihood Unit at Gollapudi Market Yard, Vijayawada on 07052025
Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS conducted a Review meeting on EAP Progress Quality of Data updation, EAP photos verification through Video Conference held with Mission Director, Tadepalli on 6th May 2025.
Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, along with AMD, Nellore PD, SMM, visited Smart Street container making place at Padmavathi Green City, NTR Nagar, Nellore on 05th May 2025.
Honourable MAUD Minister Sri P. Narayana inaugurated the 1st Trupthi Canteen at Atmakuru bus stand Road, Near Nellore Railway station entrance, Nellore, on 05 th May 2025
Allocation of duties to MEPMA Staff regarding Visit of Hon’ble Prime Minister of India
Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS conducted an orientation Program on Tourism Livelihoods to SHG Members on 30042025
Honourable MA UD Minister Sri P.Narayana visited Smart Streets at Nellore Municipal Corporation on 26th April 2025.
Training on MAHILAKASHAM APP on 25042025
orientation meeting on EAP on 24042025
video conference hosted by Joint Secretary, NULM
Respected Mission Director Sri N.Tej Bharath, IAS conducted a Review meeting with All Staff on 22042025
Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, field visit along with Sri Venugopal IAS, Director WD and CW dept
Meeting with Home Triangle team on 16.04.2025
Review meeting on MEPMA all activities - 16.04.2025
Hon'ble MAUD Minister Sri P. Narayana and Respected Mission Director Sri N. Tej Bharath, IAS, visited ALEAP HYDERABAD
One-Day workshop on “Entrepreneurship Action Plan on 5th April 2025."
Livelihoods Entrepreneurship Acceleration Plan (LEAP) on 9th April 2025
Special State Level Bankers’ Sub-Committee (SLBC) Meeting
MEPMAs Historic Achievement in World Records
Home triangle onborded candidates - plumbers - Rajahmundry
Hand over the One Crore check to Honble CM Sri Nara Chandra Babu Naidu Garu on 9th Sept 2024
Honble Shri Ravindra Patil, Minister of Skill Development, Government of Karnataka, visited the National Saras Exhibition
MoUs with MyStore (ONDC) and HomeTriangle for SHG e-marketing 7th Dec 2024
SANJHA Utsav Mela, Visakhapatnam, 27th Dec2024
PRAISE Awards under PM SVANidhi 2023-24
Livelihood Jathara and 100 Days Livelihood Action Plan 20th Dec 2024
MEPMA Bazar At Eluru 30th Dec 2024
SANJHA UTSAV SHG MELA, VIJAYAWADA 26th DEC 2024
