Nara Lokesh Vows Action Against Irregularities in Andhra University

Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh IT and Higher Education Minister Nara Lokesh assured strict action against irregularities in state universities, emphasizing that corrective measures would be taken to ensure accountability. His remarks came during a discussion on Andhra University irregularities in the Assembly’s question-and-answer session.

TDP, BJP, and Jana Sena MLAs raised concerns over mismanagement during the previous YSRCP government. TDP legislators Palla Srinivas, Velagapudi Ramakrishnababu, Ganababu, and Jana Sena MLA Konatala Ramakrishna urged immediate action, highlighting financial and administrative lapses. Minister Lokesh responded by confirming that a Vigilance inquiry has been ordered into land encroachments at Andhra University. He assured that strict action would follow once the inquiry report is submitted.

MLA Velagapudi Ramakrishnababu called for a time-bound investigation, while MLA Ganababu alleged that former Vice-Chancellor Prasada Reddy functioned as a YSRCP loyalist, turning the university into a political platform. Jana Sena MLA Konatala Ramakrishna urged a broader probe into other universities to eliminate corruption.

Lokesh reiterated the government's commitment to reforming higher education, ensuring transparency, and restoring the credibility of Andhra Pradesh’s universities.