Infrastructure is the backbone of development, and in Visakhapatnam (Vizag), it plays a pivotal role in fostering growth and progress.

G Sambasiva Rao, Managing Director of Sravan Shipping Services Private Limited, emphasized this point during a discussion on Atmanirbhar Bharat organized by the Visakhapatnam chapter of the Public Relations Society of India.

Rao highlighted the significance of infrastructure facilities like roads, railways, and metros in boosting productivity and facilitating business operations.

He stressed that robust infrastructure is essential for realizing the objectives of Atmanirbhar Bharat, India's initiative for self-reliance. He noted that cities such as Visakhapatnam stand to benefit from this mission by upgrading their infrastructure, which can lead to transformative changes in the city's landscape and economy.

Speaking from his own experiences, Rao shared insights into overcoming challenges encountered while establishing shipping services.

He underscored the need for a stronger policy focus to support the infrastructure sector, which is vital for sustainable development.

MKVL Narasimham, Chairman of PRSI Vizag, outlined the objective of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, aiming to bolster self-reliance across all sectors through comprehensive economic packages. He emphasized the importance of providing policy and financial assistance to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and cottage industries to fuel their growth.

US Sharma, Vice-President (South) of PRSI, discussed the society's initiatives, including efforts to promote young voter enrollment and awareness programs.

The event saw participation from key figures such as A Govindarao, Secretary of the PRSI chapter, NV Narasimham, National Council member, as well as senior professors from Andhra University, DVR Murthi, and Challa Ramakrishna, among others.

Through such discussions and collaborations, stakeholders aim to drive forward the development agenda and realize the vision of a self-reliant India.

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