Yanadi families in huts voice grievances to vigilance committee
By Doruvu Paul Jagan Babu: Assistant Chief Editor
Sheshapuram – Andhra Pradesh: Living without Aadhaar cards, housing, and reliable water supply, residents of Gandhi Yanadi Colony in Chittoor district appealed to the SC/ST Vigilance and Monitoring Committee on Sunday for urgent government support.
Delegation listens to plight
Newly elected SC/ST Atrocities Division Vigilance and Monitoring Committee (DVMC) Member Kumar, Constitution Protection Committee District Convener Parthasarathy, and Devan visited Gandhi Yanadi Colony near Sheshapuram village, Chittoor Rural Mandal, Mapakshi Panchayat.
No Aadhaar, no welfare access
Villagers revealed that many families remain without Aadhaar enrollment. The absence of identity cards has denied them access to ration, pensions, and welfare benefits.
Still living in huts
Despite the formation of new families after marriage, several households said they have not been sanctioned government housing. They continue to live in temporary huts, enduring poor conditions for years.
Leaking water tank adds burden
The community also complained that their only water tank, built long ago, is leaking and unable to hold water. They requested the construction of a new tank to meet basic needs.
Petition submitted to Collector
After the visit, Kumar submitted a petition to District Collector Sumitra Kumar, urging swift measures to provide housing, water facilities, and welfare access for Yanadi families.
