Pawan Kalyan Says Andhra Pradesh Will Advance on Development Path With Centre's Support
Deputy Chief Minister says Andhra Pradesh will play its part in the Viksit Bharat mission through coordination with the Central Government.
KAKINADA, August 15, 2026: Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said the state will move forward on the path of development through coordination with the Central Government, while highlighting India's progress towards becoming a strong and capable nation.
Pawan Kalyan made the remarks while participating in the Independence Day celebrations at the Police Parade Ground in Kakinada, where he unfurled the national flag.
WHAT HAPPENED
Addressing the gathering, Pawan Kalyan reflected on the role of different generations in India's freedom and subsequent nation-building.
He said one generation fought for Independence while another generation protected and safeguarded it, emphasising the responsibility of the present generation to strengthen the country.
INDIA'S GLOBAL ROLE
Pawan Kalyan said India is moving towards becoming a strong and capable nation that can provide leadership to the world.
He linked the country's progress with the broader vision of building a developed India.
ANDHRA PRADESH AND VIKSIT BHARAT
The Deputy Chief Minister said Andhra Pradesh is playing its own role in the Viksit Bharat mission.
He said the state would continue its development journey through coordination and cooperation with the Central Government.
KEY POINTS
Pawan Kalyan unfurled the national flag at the Kakinada Police Parade Ground.
He said one generation fought for India's Independence while another protected it.
He described India as moving towards becoming a strong and capable global leader.
Andhra Pradesh will contribute to the Viksit Bharat vision.
The state will pursue development through coordination with the Central Government.
Officials, employees and students participated in the Independence Day programme.
OFFICIAL MESSAGE
Pawan Kalyan emphasised cooperation between the state and Central governments as an important component of Andhra Pradesh's development path.
BACKGROUND
The remarks came during Andhra Pradesh's 80th Independence Day celebrations, with the Deputy Chief Minister using the occasion to connect India's freedom struggle with the country's present development ambitions.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
The state government's focus will remain on advancing development programmes in coordination with the Central Government and strengthening Andhra Pradesh's contribution to the Viksit Bharat objective.