Andhra Pradesh presses on with freebies despite debt

Despite Andhra Pradesh's significant debt, Chief Minister Naidu announced welfare schemes, including free bus travel for women starting August 15. The revamped Rythu Bharosa scheme will provide ₹20,000 annually to farmers, costing the state ₹7,560 crore initially. Additionally, the 'Thalliki Vandanam' scheme will offer ₹15,000 per child to mothers, aiming to boost fertility rates, with the BJP supporting these initiatives.