In this issue

With the month of March marking the International Women’s Day, we took the opportunity to applaud 40 women of the city. These Dream Catchers, as we call them, have shown immense grit and determination. They have dared to dream, and take the leap from the known to the new, and have given the city a new identity. With real estate markets in the city booming, we also bring you market insights from six of the city’s top realtors. A trip down memory lane with the city’s vintage cars and a visit to the new places around town, are all packed into the issue, making it a not-to-miss read!

Safety Against Coronavirus

Spreading thick and fast all over the globe, the deadly coronavirus (COVID-19) has claimed about 4000 lives and infected over 100000 people in more than 100 countries. Here are the symptoms, precautions, and the common myths surrounding coronavirus as shared by the World Health Organization (WHO).

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REALTY CHECK

The scenic coastal city of Visakhapatnam is slowly emerging as a preferred destination to live and work in for many. Whether it be the promise of the region becoming an executive capital or the hope that the Bhogapuram International Airport will be a milestone-marker, the real estate scenario is booming like never before. A range of projects are now seeing the light of day, each promising incremental value. One can choose from gated communities to residential villas or plots of land for investment. Commercial properties are on the rise too, with new companies trying to find a foothold in the region. With all these elements, the city is poised for remarkable prospects in the days to come. The Yo! team interacts with a few of the city’s top realtors, who talk about the market, their projects and share expert insights.

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THE PELICAN BRIEF

On a chilly Sunday morning, Krishna Diwakar took a memorable trip to Teelinalapuram Bird Sanctuary. He shares insights from this visit organized by the Eastern Ghats Wildlife Society (EGWS).

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DREAM CATCHERS

From seeing a dream, to striving to achieve it. As the world celebrates International Women’s Day in the month of March, we at Yo! take inspiration from some amazing women in the city. With each of them having a unique story behind their achievements, and diverse scale of operations, these 40 women prove that all one needs to do is dream the reality they want to achieve.

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VIZAG'S VINTAGE VEHICLES

As the automobile industry continues to amaze us, John Castellas takes us on a sweet ride in the earliest motorcars of the city.

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WISHLIST 2020

Marking the end of the teen-years, 2020 holds a lot of promise for all of us. Here’s all that the city wishes for this year.

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TRAILBLAZING INTO TOMORROW

From spreading laughter to hip-hoppin’ in style, the city has always been a hub of talent. This month, we at Yo! introduce you to three clubs with unusual agendas. Not for them the been-there’s and the done that’s as they chart new paths and head to newer destinations. And for all those who still think that Vizag is a quiet city with limited options, these are amazing examples of the possibilities and opportunities we have now woken up to.

6 mins

QUEBEC CALLING

Quebec city, the capital city of Canadian province Quebec, is a popular travel destination among tourists. Hema Kanchipati shares notes from her memorable trip to this largely French-speaking city.

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KITCHEN GEMS

In a fast paced life, there has been one constant the delectable aroma of Gond ke Laddu. “Passed down through generations, this delight defines a Rajasthani-winter-kitchen morning”, says Karuna Neotia, a Marwari homemaker in the city.

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Helming the Metropolis

VMRDA Chairman, Dronamraju Srinivasa Rao interacts with Yo! Vizag about paving the way forward for the city’s development.

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10 Things Trip Down Vizag's Memory Lane

The mandatory monthly trip is back, and this month we bring you yet another memorable list of places. Here are areas that some of you may have visited or passed by. And if you’ve done so without knowing about the stories each holds, then catch up on them right now.

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Amidst The Hills

Resplendent with natural beauty and quaint pilgrim centres, Uttarakhand stuns you with its bewitching charm. Sri Charan Kovvali and his troupe charted an unforgettable trip through the hilly terrains of the State.

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The Land Of Legends: Vizianagaram

Known as the land of victory, Vizianagaram is home to rich tales of history and elegant architecture. A trip to this region, leaves one enamoured, of the place of prominence it once enjoyed. From the three lantern junction to the clock tower and the pedda cheruvu, there’s much to delight the history buffs in Vizianagaram. Here is a list of the places you must visit.

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Illuminating Lives

There is a huge gap between existing human resources and industries’ skill set requirements. The Skill Development Institute (SDI) works consistently towards bridging this gap in Visakhapatnam.

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The New Pit-Stop

Car enthusiasts in Vizag have a new destination to cater to all their automobile needs. Destination Detailing offers a stunning range of car detailing and customisation services.

2 mins

Working For The Wild

Working with the rich ecosystems, of the lesser-explored ghat regions, is the Eastern Ghats Wildlife Society (EGWS), which strives to make a positive difference. Murthy Kantimahanti, the Founder, shares the story.

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The Little Queen

Chess, they say, is the gymnasium of the mind. And so, when one sees, a young eight year old trapeezing through it, so effortlessly, it becomes a fascinating feat to behold. Alana Meenakshi Kolagatla is such a champion. A cute and leanlooking girl, it’s when you challenge her to a game of chess, that the mean-thinking machine in her comes leaping out. Focussed and composed, she quickly beats you at a game, with moves you’ve least expected.

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Left In Ruins

The Mahastupa, at the Buddhist site of Thotlakonda, collapsed partially, marking a black day for heritage enthusiasts.

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Seaside Corner

Bringing several popular eateries under one roof, ‘Nikki Beach Cafe’ at Ambica Sea Green promises an ultimate outdoor experience to all its visitors.

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In A New Avatar

Decked up to cater a refreshing experience in the city of destiny, Harbour Vue is the latest café and lounge to be checked out.

2 mins

Dear Vizag,

Home, does become sweeter, when you’re away. Nine Vizagites, settled in different parts of the world, ranging from Chingola to California, send in their love for the city, and tell us what they miss about it, when they’re far away.

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Smell Of The Coffee

What's new about Coffee!

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Engines Revved Up

At young impressionable ages, when most adolescents were figuring out matters of the heart, these young women had already found their true love.

9 mins

Off-Season Travel

Dark clouds roaring up the sky, colourful umbrellas everywhere, gentle breeze, and the smell of earth. As the monsoons make the weather cooler, long drives to far off places with your friends or family, sound much more promising. Sip a masala chai enroute, grab a plateful full of Pakodi while watching the raindrops and make the most of the weekend. Here we get you the list of places for getaways within Andhra Pradesh.

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10 Things Trip Down Vizag's Memory Lane

The pages of the city’s history hold plenty of stories, and this time we bring you ten more things you must know. From the market place, for the masses, to spaces, for the elite, this cosmopolitan city has grown and blossomed. Here’s a trip down that fascinating memory lane

5 mins

Voice Of Vizag Climate Calling

Reports of depleting forest covers, disappearing polar caps, melting glaciers, and rising sea levels have left the society with plenty to ponder.

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Rising To The Challenge

Enthralled by its huge campus when he stepped in here as a student in 1977, Dr. Nageswara Rao continued as a faculty member before taking charge as the Andhra University’s Vice Chancellor. He shares his experiences from the past with the Yo! team, as he looks ahead into the future.

5 mins

Mesmerising Thatipudi

The lush green hills of Visakhapatnam hold many secrets, and one of these is the scenic Thatipudi reservoir.

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Applause For The Academician

Adding an academically glamorous quotient to the GITAM University 36th Foundation Day; Prof. CNR Rao was in town at the behest of the GITAM University.

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Sculpting Masterpieces

Sculpting the ethos of India, world-renowned sculptor Ravinder Reddy Gavva talks about his work and life with Jaya Siva Murty.

5 mins

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Yo Vizag Magazine Description:

YO! Vizag, started in 2008, is a well received and appreciated magazine from and about the city of Vizag, with a readership of more than 50,000. YO! Vizag has gained widespread appreciation for highlighting the hitherto unknown aspects and people of the city. Outlook magazine in its February 2011 edition, listed YO! Vizag as the first city magazine of Visakhapatnam, on whose pages the richest and most prominent people of the city hope to get featured.