In a major administrative reshuffle, the Andhra Pradesh government has transferred Dr. Sudhakar, who has been serving as the Officer on Special Duty (OSD) at the Andhra Pradesh Fisheries University, to a new role as the Chief Scientist at the Fisheries Research Center in Kakinada. This move aligns with the government’s strategic efforts to strengthen research and innovation in the fisheries sector.
To fill the vacancy left by Dr. Sudhakar, the government has appointed Dr. T. Suguna, the University’s Director of Research, as the new OSD of the Fisheries University. Dr. Suguna is a seasoned academic and research leader, and her appointment is expected to further enhance the university’s contributions to fisheries education, research, and outreach in the state.
The government has also announced an extension of the tenure for the official in charge of the Andhra Pradesh Fishermen’s Cooperative Federation (APFCF) for another six months. This decision aims to ensure continuity in leadership and effective management of cooperative initiatives benefiting the fishing community across the state.
In another significant decision, the Andhra Pradesh government has approved a loan guarantee of ₹300 crore for the Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Marketing Federation (AP Markfed). The loan, secured from the Bank of Baroda, will be utilized to support crop procurement activities, enabling farmers to get fair prices for their produce. This guarantee will remain in effect for one year, demonstrating the government’s commitment to empowering the agricultural and allied sectors.