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Naidu also met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to propose Andhra Pradesh as a national hub for defence manufacturing and aerospace innovation. The proposal includes integrated defence
facilities, revival of manufacturing units, support for indigenous aviation, and the creation of thematic defence hubs. “We discussed a comprehensive roadmap for Andhra Pradesh to emerge as
a cornerstone of India’s defence and aerospace future,” Naidu posted after the meeting, stressing the state's role in advancing the Aatmanirbhar Bharat mission. In a separate meeting
with Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil, Naidu presented a proposal for the Polavaram-Banakacherla water transfer project. The scheme seeks to divert surplus Godavari floodwaters to drought-prone
areas via a three-part system involving reservoirs, tunnels through the Nallamala hills, and lift irrigation. Naidu called the project crucial to national missions like Jal Jeevan and Make
in India, and pledged a detailed project report soon. He requested timely approval and full central support to realise Andhra Pradesh’s long-term water vision, Swarna Andhra 2047. Union
Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu and TDP MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu were present at the meetings along with the Chief Minister.