Ram Mohan Naidu writes 'Om Shri Ram' 21 times before taking charge as Civil aviation minister. Video goes viral

Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MP Ram Mohan Naidu today assumed charge of Union Minister of Civil Aviation. Before taking charge, he wrote "Om Shri Ram" 21 times at precisely 1.11 pm, a time deemed auspicious. Following this, he informed TDP Chief Chandrababu Naidu, his mother, and his wife about his new position. Naidu has replaced the BJP's Jyotiraditya Scindia, who now leads the Telecom Ministry. The TDP was instrumental in the BJP's return to power in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

Vision for Affordable Air Travel

Speaking to ANI, Ram Mohan Naidu expressed his commitment to making air travel more affordable. "It is an important issue. My whole intention is to make sure that air travel is accessible to the common man. To make this a reality, the prices have to be affordable. My priority would be to bring down the prices (airfares)," he said.

Focus on Bhogapuram Airport Project

Naidu emphasized his dedication to completing the Bhogapuram airport project in Andhra Pradesh's Vijayanagaram district by the end of 2025. "I have a personal commitment to my state, Andhra Pradesh, and my brother state of Telangana. The Bhogapuram Greenfield airport project is crucial for North Andhra Pradesh, and I aim to complete it in record time," he stated.

Enhancing Travel Experience

Naidu, alongside his Minister of State (MoS) Murlidhar Mohol, took charge from Jyotiraditya Scindia. He highlighted his aim to improve the travel experience for all passengers. "Travelling by plane is no longer just for the rich. People from all classes are flying now, so I will strive to ensure better and more comfortable travel for them," he told ANI.

Responsibility and Youth Involvement

Naidu also spoke about the importance of young leadership in the aviation sector. "PM Modi has given me an important responsibility, and I will try to fulfill it. During our meeting, the PM told me that aviation requires more involvement from younger people. The sector has much scope and potential," he added.

At 36, Ram Mohan Naidu is the youngest minister in the Modi 3.0 cabinet and a three-time Lok Sabha MP from Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam. In the recent Assembly elections, TDP and its allies won 16 out of 25 seats in Andhra Pradesh, strengthening their alliance with the BJP at the Centre.