Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh expressed satisfaction with the assurance from the Union Minister that there would be no privatization of Visakhapatnam Steel plant.
Speaking to the media on Thursday, Nara Lokesh remarked, “Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy has respected the sentiments of the people of Andhra Pradesh by confirming there will be no privatization of the steel plant. I extend my gratitude to him for this assurance.”
Lokesh acknowledged that the union minister’s statement on the Visakhapatnam Steel plant issue might have disappointed some sections of the media.
He reaffirmed the coalition government’s commitment to the welfare of the state’s residents, emphasizing, “We are a government by the people and for the people. Our foremost priority is to fulfill the aspirations of our citizens.”
