VIJAYAWADA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reviewed the development works in backward districts including seven from Andhra Pradesh.
The Centre has selected seven backward districts in the state for a comprehensive development programme. The collectors from these districts gave a presentation on the status of works done so far.
Chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy participated in the video conference with the Prime Minister and district officials from across the country. Chief ministers of various states, lieutenant governors of UTs and Union ministers also attended the video conference.
Niti Aayog chief executive officer Amitabh Kant gave a presentation on the progress of development works in the backward districts.
The Centre has recognised Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Anantapur, Kadapa, Kurnool, Prakasam and Chittoor as the backward districts for special financial assistance.
