Monday,June 15, 2026, in Nandyal district, Dr. Byreddy Shabari,local MP and TDP national general secretary,distributed assistive devices worth ₹4 crore to over 3,000 people, alongside District Collector Rajakumari Ganiya. First such initiative in state .
Items handed out included wheelchairs,tricycles,battery-operated cycles,hearing aids, and walking sticks. All under Government of India’s ADIP scheme . Shabari voiced pride in supporting differently-abled and senior citizens,highlighting importance of such efforts .
Shabari pointed out this fulfilled a promise made by Education and IT Minister Nara Lokesh during his ‘Yuva Galam’ padayatra before elections. She criticized past administrations for viewing differently-abled as burdens. Current Telugu Desam Party government sees them as responsibility. She recalled legacy of former Chief Minister N.T . Rama Rao,who set up corporation for differently-abled,giving them housing opportunities.
Shabari mentioned Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu had upped the pension for differently-abled from ₹2,000 to ₹6,000, ensuring it reaches homes on first of each month. Also announced plans for new community hall for persons with disabilities, funded through her MP funds and District Collector's help .
Shabari urged those with disabilities to contact her for help, promising to address their needs. Beyond immediate support,event showed government's intent to improve lives of differently-abled in region. How much difference will it make…
