Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu conducted a high-level review meeting on Wednesday to assess the government’s revenue streams and strategize on increasing income across departments. Top officials from the Finance and Revenue departments participated in the discussion, which focused on enhancing the state's financial health.
The Chief Minister reviewed the current tax collections, non-tax revenue, and other sources of income. Expressing concern over existing gaps, Chandrababu emphasized the need to maximize revenues without burdening the public. He instructed officials to work proactively to boost collections in sectors such as property tax, registration fees, commercial taxes, and excise.
In a major push toward innovation, Chandrababu suggested the use of Artificial Intelligence and data analytics to detect tax evasion and irregularities. “We must leverage technology to track high-value transactions and unreported assets. AI tools can identify patterns that manual systems miss,” he said.
The CM also called for strict enforcement of rules to prevent revenue leakages and directed departments to ensure better compliance through digitization and automation. He advised officers to study best practices from other states and adopt effective methods that suit Andhra Pradesh’s framework.
Further, Chandrababu instructed that Monthly Performance Reports on revenue targets be submitted to his office. “The government’s development goals are tied to financial discipline and income enhancement. Every department must contribute to this effort,” he stated.
The meeting also included discussions on land monetization, user charges for public services, and optimization of government assets. The CM reiterated his commitment to building a financially robust Andhra Pradesh and called upon officials to act with integrity, urgency, and innovation.
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