The Andhra Pradesh government has given ₹40.22 crore to the AP Digital Corporation (APDC) to do promotional activities on social and digital media. This decision has started a debate because of allegations by opposition leaders.
Government Order
The General Administration (I & PR) Department gave permission to give ₹40.22 crore to AP Digital Corporation on June 5 2026. The money comes from the 2026-27 budget. It will be used for government publicity campaigns on media and digital platforms.
What the Fund Will Be Used For
The money will be used for:
- Campaigns to make people aware of government schemes
- Digital media programs to reach out to people
- Social media initiatives to communicate with people
- Improving communication
The government wants to improve public outreach and share official information effectively.
Past Allegations
The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) criticized AP Digital Corporation when they were not in power. They said:
- Public money was used for social media campaigns that targeted people
- Digital platforms were used for propaganda
- Opposition voices were. Misinformation was spread online
Debate Starts Again
Now that the government has given a lot of money to AP Digital Corporation the issue is being debated again. Critics point out that the government is giving a lot of money to the institution that was criticized before.
Questions About Usage and Transparency
People are concerned, about:
- How transparently the money will be used
- Separating messages from political promotion
- Monitoring campaign activities
These concerns will likely be discussed.
Conclusion
The Andhra Pradesh government gave ₹40.22 crore to AP Digital Corporation for social media outreach. This decision has sparked a debate because of allegations. People will likely discuss how effectively and transparently the money is used.
