🔖 Headline:

Andhra Pradesh Cabinet Approves Quantum Mission Plan for Amaravati

🧠 Context:

The Andhra Pradesh State Cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, approved the establishment of a State Quantum Mission and land allocation for a Quantum Valley Tech Park in Amaravati.

🏗️ Key Decisions and Highlights:

🧭 Implications:

• Boost to quantum technology ecosystem in India.
• Will enhance public-private partnership (PPP) in advanced R&D.
• Aims to position Amaravati as a technological hub similar to Bengaluru/Hyderabad.
• Promotes state-level innovation ecosystem aligned with Digital India and Make in India.

CM Launches ZP-P4 Mission: 15 Lakh Families to Be Adopted by Mentors

✅ Key Facts:

🧭 Significance for Governance:

• Promotes community participation in poverty alleviation.
• Enables direct mentorship and accountability.
• Integrated with land pooling for long-term sustainability.

AP Cabinet Approves JetCity Project & MSME Parks under One Family–One Entrepreneur Policy

✅ Key Highlights:

🧠 Importance & Impact:

• Boosts industrial infrastructure at constituency level across the state.
• Supports entrepreneurship and employment through MSME development.
• Encourages ease of doing business by reducing land and registration costs.
• Strengthens the public-private partnership (PPP) ecosystem.

📝 Relevant for UPSC:

Prelims:

• JetCity initiative
• Role of APEDCO & APIIC
• One Family – One Entrepreneur scheme

Srisailam Dam – Plunge Pool Safety Study:

Context:

Scientists from the Central Water and Power Research Station (CWPRS), Pune, have initiated a detailed study at the plunge pool of Srisailam Dam to assess and prevent further erosion and structural risk due to water impact.

🎯 Objective of the Study:

• To evaluate the condition of steel cylinders placed to prevent erosion.
• To carry out bathymetric surveys to assess the depth and progression of the plunge pool void.
• To check for cracks and undermining that may affect the dam’s foundation stability.

🛠 Technical Details:

• A repaired cableway system is being used to access the plunge pool.
• An outboard motorboat is assisting the team in movement and equipment deployment.
• Plunge pool erosion is a major concern as it can affect the base of spillways, leading to structural vulnerabilities.

⚠️ Concerns Raised:

• Concerns were flagged by the Telangana government about damage due to water impact.
• The National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) recommended:
  • Urgent repairs.
  • Verification of steel protection structures.
  • Checking cracks forming below gates and near dam foundations.

🧠 Key Concepts for UPSC:

📚 Prelims Pointers:

• Srisailam Dam: Built on River Krishna, AP-Telangana border.
• Managed by Andhra Pradesh, but Telangana is a stakeholder in water sharing.
• CWPRS Pune: A premier institute under the Ministry of Jal Shakti for hydraulic research.

Distribution of Induction Cooktops in Anganwadi Centres

Context:

The Andhra Pradesh government is set to distribute energy-efficient induction stoves and compatible utensils across 11,400 Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) as part of a green initiative.

Objective:

• Improve energy efficiency in cooking at Anganwadis.
• Promote clean cooking alternatives to replace traditional biomass or gas-based systems.
• Align state efforts with national energy and climate goals.

🛠 Implementation:

• Implemented by the Department of Women and Child Welfare, Government of AP.
• First phase to be launched on June 5, coinciding with World Environment Day.
• Supported by:
  • Go Electric Campaign (Ministry of Power, Government of India)
  • National Efficient Cooking Programme (NECP)

🌱 Significance:

• Promotes clean energy and reduces indoor air pollution in child-care centers.
• Ensures safety, hygiene, and time efficiency for Anganwadi workers.
• Reduces the carbon footprint and contributes to SDG 13 – Climate Action and SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being.

📚 Prelims Pointers: