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Gaddam Vinod Venkataswamy is a prominent politician in Telangana's political landscape. Hailing from a distinguished lineage as the son of former Union Minister and veteran Congress leader [[Gaddam Venkatswamy|'''Gaddam Venkataswamy''']], Vinod embodies a legacy of service and commitment to the people. |
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| constituency = [[Bellampalli Assembly constituency|Bellampalli]] |
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| office = [[Telangana Legislative Assembly|Member of Telangana Legislative Assembly]] |
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| 1namedata = [[Revanth Reddy]] |
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| predecessor = [[Durgam Chinnaiah]] |
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| party = [[Indian National Congress]] (2023-present) |
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| parents = [[Gaddam Venkatswamy]] (father), Kalavathi (mother) |
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'''Gaddam Vinod Venkataswamy''' (born 16 September 1956) is an Indian politician from Telangana. He is an MLA from [[Bellampalli Assembly constituency|Bellampalli Assembly Constituency]] in Mancherial District. He won the 2023 Telangana Legislative Assembly election.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-12-03 |title=Bellampalli Assembly Election Results 2023 Highlights: INC's Gaddam Vinod wins Bellampalli with 82217 votes |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/elections/story/bellampalli-assembly-election-results-2023-live-2470915-2023-12-03 |access-date=2024-07-17 |website=India Today |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=ABN |title=బెల్లంపల్లి Constituency Election 2023: Live Results, Winning Candidates - Telangana Assembly Polls |url=https://www.andhrajyothy.com/telangana/assembly-elections |access-date=2024-07-17 |website=Andhrajyothy Telugu News |language=en}}</ref> |
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As the current '''Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) representing the [[Bellampalli Assembly constituency|Bellampalli Assembly Constituency]]''' (in Mancherial District) from North [[Telangana movement|Telangana]], his leadership has left an indelible mark on the socio-political landscape of the region. |
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Vinod is born to [[Gaddam Venkatswamy|Gaddam Venkataswamy]] and Kalavati. He has a brother and three sisters. He did his schooling at [[All Saints High School (Hyderabad)|All Saints High School]] in Hyderabad and later, completed his Class 10 from [[The Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet|Hyderabad Public School]]. He did his intermediate at Nrupatunga Junior College before completing his graduation at [[Nizam College]] in 1975. |
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He is a businessman. He started '''[https://www.zaubacorp.com/company/VEENUS-TOBACCO-CO-PVT-LTD/U16001TG1975PTC001938 Veenus Tobacco]''' in 1976. He also started a Cement factory in Vikarabad, which he later sold to [[India Cements]]. |
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Born to prominent Telugu politician [[Gaddam Venkatswamy|Gaddam Venkataswamy]] and Kalavati on 16th September, 1956 and has one [[Gaddam Vivek Venkatswamy|younger brother]] and three sisters. Initial years of his schooling were at [[All Saints High School (Hyderabad)|All Saints High School]] in Hyderabad and later, completed his schooling from [[The Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet|Hyderabad Public School]]. He then studied at Nrupatunga Junior College for his intermediate and then pursued his graduation at [[Nizam College]] until 1975. Soon after graduation, he ventured into the realm of entrepreneurship in 1976, '''establishing [https://www.zaubacorp.com/company/VEENUS-TOBACCO-CO-PVT-LTD/U16001TG1975PTC001938 Veenus Tobacco] that provided employment to 400 people over 35 years'''. Following his first successful business stint, he also set up a Cement Factory with the support of younger brother and father in Vikarabad. After running the cement factory successfully for a few years and growing it to a considerable size, he then sold it off to [[India Cements]]. |
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He served as vice-president of the [[Hyderabad Cricket Association]] and then became its president from 1996 to 2004. His brother Vivek leads Visakha Industries which got a nod to construct the [[Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium]] in Uppal, Hyderabad. |
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He was also the President of the [[Hyderabad Cricket Association]] from 2004 to 2010 and again from 2012 to 2014. |
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Furthermore, his leadership extends beyond legislative duties, as evidenced by his tenure as '''President of the [[Hyderabad Cricket Association]]''' from 2004 to 2010 and again from 2012 to 2014, where he showcased his organizational prowess and '''commitment to the promotion of sports'''.{{Short description|Indian Politician {{!}} MLA for Bellampalli Constituency in Telangana}} |
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== Political life == |
== Political life == |
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He entered politics in 1999, but lost [[Chennur Assembly constituency|Chennur Assembly Constituency]] representing [[Indian National Congress]] to [[Telugu Desam Party|Telugu Desam Party’s]] [[Boda Janardhan]]. He came back and defeated him in 2004 election. He served as Minister for Labour and Textiles in Andhra Pradesh from 2004 to 2009 in the Y. S. Rajasekhar Reddy ministry. |
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Then, he lost the [[2009 Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly election|2009 Assembly Elections]] to Nalla Odellu from the [[Bharat Rashtra Samithi|BRS]]. Later, he lost the 2010 by-election and the 2014 Assembly election from Chennur against Odellu. He shifted to [[Bahujan Samaj Party]], but lost the 2018 Assembly election from [[Bellampalli Assembly constituency|Bellampalli Assembly Constituency]] against [[Durgam Chinnaiah]] of the BRS.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Bellampalli Constituency Election Results 2023: Bellampalli Assembly Seat Details, MLA Candidates & Winner |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/elections/assembly-elections/telangana/constituency-show/bellampalli |access-date=2024-07-17 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref> In 2023, he returned to [[Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee|Congress]] and won the Bellampalli Constituency against [[Durgam Chinnaiah]] of the BRS polling 82,217 votes with a vote share of 57.96%.<ref>https://results.eci.gov.in/AcResultGenDecNew2023/ConstituencywiseS293.htm</ref><ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-12-03 |title=Telangana Results 2023: Winners from Chennur, Bellampalli, Mancherial, Dharmapuri, Ramagundam, Manthani, Peddapalle |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/telangana-results-2023-winners-from-chennur-bellampalli-mancherial-dharmapuri-ramagundam-manthani-peddapalle-101701451108226.html |access-date=2024-07-17 |website=Hindustan Times |language=en}}</ref> |
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== Notable Achievements == |
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Vinod's political journey is punctuated by a series of notable achievements that underscore his dedication to public service. During '''his tenure as the former Labour and Employment Minister (2004-2009)''', Vinod undertook transformative initiatives that uplifted his constituency, securing funds totaling Rs. 12,000 crore for its development. |
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Notably, his efforts facilitated the establishment of a 1200-Megawatt [[Singareni Thermal Power Plant|Singareni Thermal Power Project]] at the cost of Rs. 300 crore in Pegadapalli village, a testament to his commitment to infrastructural growth and economic prosperity. His proximity and good rapport with former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh helped the Thermal Power Plant become in 2016 and is run by the [[Singareni Collieries Company]] (SCC). Today, this power project is one of key power suppliers to the state of [[Telangana]]. |
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From his role in facilitating infrastructural development like roads, irrigation projects to his advocacy for marginalized communities, he has consistently prioritized the welfare of his constituents and spent funds worth over Rs.9,000 crore for this purpose. His efforts have also helped set up a '''33KV sub-station''' in [[Jaipur mandal|Jaipur]] and [[Chennur Assembly constituency|Chennur]] mandals. |
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Additionally, Vinod has played a key role in getting '''Two Medium Irrigation Projects - Mathadi Vagu <ref>https://nregastrep.nic.in/netnrega/work_cat_detl.aspx?lflag=eng&page=b&block_code=3638026&workstatus=02&finyear=2023-2024&state_name=TELANGANA&state_code=36&district_name=Sangareddy&block_name=WATPALLE&Digest=rWu8in37bVHMFUE/Hho/AA</ref>and Golla Vagu<ref>https://manatelanagan.blogspot.com/p/gollavagu-medium-irrigation-project.html</ref>''' - each with a project cost of Rs. 800 crore. Keeping the welfare of farmers in mind, he has ensured that 2,000 farmers losing their lands in Adilabad district for various projects got a fair compensation of upto Rs. 1600 crore. On the other hand, he also got 3,000 pensions for elderly people in Chennur mandal apart from constructing 400 borewells for people in Chennur mandal. |
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As the '''Secretary for [https://www.dbraei.edu.in/ Dr B.R. Ambedkar College]''' since 1985, he has championed the cause of education and empowerment. He is also credited for working with the [[University Grants Commission (India)|University Grants Commission]] (UGC) to ensure a NAAC - GRADE A accreditation for the College. Additionally, he remains an active member of the Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) from Bellampalli Constituency, lending his expertise to the party's endeavors. His roles as a '''disciplinary committee member of the TPCC and Vice-President''' further underscore his integral role within the political sphere. |
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Currently serving as the '''MLA for the Bellampalli Constituency''', Vinod continues to champion the aspirations of his constituents with unwavering dedication. His inclusive governance approach, coupled with a deep-rooted commitment to social justice, resonates deeply with the people he serves. |
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In the ever-evolving landscape of Telangana politics, '''Gaddam Vinod Venkataswamy''' stands as a fierce loyalist to the Indian National Congress (INC), a beacon of hope, embodying the principles of integrity, empathy, and progress for all. |
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Latest revision as of 15:33, 20 September 2024
Gaddam Vinod Kumar | |
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| Member of Telangana Legislative Assembly | |
| Assumed office 2023 | |
| Chief Minister | Revanth Reddy |
| Preceded by | Durgam Chinnaiah |
| Constituency | Bellampalli |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Indian National Congress (2023-present) |
| Relations | Gaddam Vivek Venkatswamy (brother) |
| Parent(s) | Gaddam Venkatswamy (father), Kalavathi (mother) |
Gaddam Vinod Venkataswamy (born 16 September 1956) is an Indian politician from Telangana. He is an MLA from Bellampalli Assembly Constituency in Mancherial District. He won the 2023 Telangana Legislative Assembly election.[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Vinod is born to Gaddam Venkataswamy and Kalavati. He has a brother and three sisters. He did his schooling at All Saints High School in Hyderabad and later, completed his Class 10 from Hyderabad Public School. He did his intermediate at Nrupatunga Junior College before completing his graduation at Nizam College in 1975.
He is a businessman. He started Veenus Tobacco in 1976. He also started a Cement factory in Vikarabad, which he later sold to India Cements.
He served as vice-president of the Hyderabad Cricket Association and then became its president from 1996 to 2004. His brother Vivek leads Visakha Industries which got a nod to construct the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal, Hyderabad.
He was also the President of the Hyderabad Cricket Association from 2004 to 2010 and again from 2012 to 2014.
Political life
[edit]He entered politics in 1999, but lost Chennur Assembly Constituency representing Indian National Congress to Telugu Desam Party’s Boda Janardhan. He came back and defeated him in 2004 election. He served as Minister for Labour and Textiles in Andhra Pradesh from 2004 to 2009 in the Y. S. Rajasekhar Reddy ministry.
Then, he lost the 2009 Assembly Elections to Nalla Odellu from the BRS. Later, he lost the 2010 by-election and the 2014 Assembly election from Chennur against Odellu. He shifted to Bahujan Samaj Party, but lost the 2018 Assembly election from Bellampalli Assembly Constituency against Durgam Chinnaiah of the BRS.[3] In 2023, he returned to Congress and won the Bellampalli Constituency against Durgam Chinnaiah of the BRS polling 82,217 votes with a vote share of 57.96%.[4][3][5]
| Year | Election | Constituency | Party | Outcome | Opponent | Opponent Party |
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| 1999 | MLA | Chennur constituency | INC | Lost | Boda Janardhan | TDP |
| 2004 | Won | Boda Janardhan | TDP | |||
| 2009 | Lost | Nallala Odelu | TRS | |||
| 2010 'By-election' | Lost | Nallala Odelu | TRS | |||
| 2014 | Lost | Nallala Odelu | TRS | |||
| 2018 | Bellampalli constituency | BSP | Lost | Durgam Chinnaiah | TRS | |
| 2023 | INC | Won | Durgam Chinnaiah | BRS |
References
[edit]- ^ "Bellampalli Assembly Election Results 2023 Highlights: INC's Gaddam Vinod wins Bellampalli with 82217 votes". India Today. 3 December 2023. Retrieved 17 July 2024.
- ^ ABN. "బెల్లంపల్లి Constituency Election 2023: Live Results, Winning Candidates - Telangana Assembly Polls". Andhrajyothy Telugu News. Retrieved 17 July 2024.
- ^ a b "Bellampalli Constituency Election Results 2023: Bellampalli Assembly Seat Details, MLA Candidates & Winner". The Times of India. Retrieved 17 July 2024.
- ^ https://results.eci.gov.in/AcResultGenDecNew2023/ConstituencywiseS293.htm
- ^ "Telangana Results 2023: Winners from Chennur, Bellampalli, Mancherial, Dharmapuri, Ramagundam, Manthani, Peddapalle". Hindustan Times. 3 December 2023. Retrieved 17 July 2024.