Completion of tourism projects among the priorities, says A.P. Tourism Minister

‘Rural sports will be promoted in a big way’

April 13, 2022 07:02 pm | Updated 07:02 pm IST - VIJAYAWADA

R.K. Roja being greeted by her daughter after taking charge as the Tourism Minister, in Vijayawada on Wednesday.

R.K. Roja being greeted by her daughter after taking charge as the Tourism Minister, in Vijayawada on Wednesday. | Photo Credit: K.V.S. GIRI

R. K. Roja has said she would strive to develop Andhra Pradesh as one of the most-sought after tourism hubs in the country.

Speaking after taking charge as the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Youth Advancement, the Nagari MLA said that Andhra Pradesh had a very high potential for tourism development. “Focus will be laid on completion of tourism projects. Many new projects will be launched,” she said.

Development of sports is another thrust area, she said, adding that rural sports would be promoted in a big way. Development of Telugu language and welfare of artistes would be among the priorities, she said.

The Minister signed the file related to bus service between Gandikota and Bengaluru. She said Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy was taking forward the dreams and aspirations of his father and former Chief Minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy by serving the poor and the needy. “I am happy to be part of the team. I will contribute to my mite,” said Ms. Roja.

Minister for BC Welfare, Information and Public Relations and Cinematography Ch. Venugopala Krishna and Special Secretary, Tourism and Culture and Youth Advancement Rajat Bhargava greeted her with bouquets on the occasion.

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