Majety Satya Bhaskar

Majety Satya Bhaskara Venkateswar, popularly known as Satya Bhaskar, is a distinguished agriculturist, social activist, and community leader who has dedicated more than three decades to the welfare of farmers, traders, and society at large.

Through his dynamic leadership and unwavering commitment to public service, he has played a vital role in strengthening farmer organizations, supporting trader communities, and implementing several social welfare initiatives across Yanam and the Union Territory of Puducherry.

Early Life And Education

Majety Satya Bhaskar was born on 19 March 1961 in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, to Sri Majety Subba Rao and Smt. Ramarathnam. He completed his schooling at Mahatma Gandhi Government Boys High School, Yanam (1976) and his Intermediate from STPP Government Junior College, Yanam (1978).

He graduated from Dr. SRK Government Degree College, Yanam in 1981 and later completed his Master of Commerce M.Com, from Andhra University in 1984.

Professional Career

Coming from a traditional agricultural family, Satya Bhaskar developed a deep understanding of farming from an early age. As an agriculturist, he has successfully cultivated several crops and produced high-quality certified seeds recognized by the Agriculture Department. For his excellence in agriculture, he received several awards and recognition’s from the Agriculture Department.

He briefly served as a Lecturer at Dr. SRK Government Degree College, Yanam, before entering the fields of civil contracting and business. Later, he established himself successfully as a Civil Contractor and entrepreneur in building materials trade, gaining recognition for his professionalism and expertise.

LEADERSHIP IN AGRICULTURE & FARMERS WELFARE

Satya Bhaskar has been actively involved in farmers’ welfare for over three decades.

He served as:
• Founder & Convener Secretary – Farmers Welfare Association (1998)
• Member – Pondicherry State Level Coordination Committee on Crop Insurance Since 2001, Still in the committee
• Chairman – Yanam Market Committee (2014–2017)
During his tenure as Chairman, the revenue of Yanam Market Committee increased nearly threefold, reflecting his effective administration.

He also initiated the Farmers’ Day celebrations in Yanam in 2014, recognizing and honoring senior farmers for their invaluable contribution to agriculture and food security. Since 2014 , still he is continuing in honoring senior farmers on Every Farmers Day. He later served as a Member of the Puducherry State Agriculture High-Level Committee, where he actively represented farmers’ concerns before the government.

In 2023, he was elected as:

Chief Promoter & President
Yanam Block Farmers Producers Cooperative Society Ltd.

This organization was established with the support of the Government of India to strengthen farmers through collective farming initiatives, marketing support, and financial empowerment.

Honored with Best Farmer Award

Sri Malladi Krishnarao, special representative for Pudhucherry in Delhi and ex-minister in the govt. of Pondicherry, and Yanam MLA Sri Gollapalli Srinivasa Ashok honored Mr. Satya Bhaskar from Eruvaka Foundation at KL. University, Guntur for being selected as the best farmer in Andhra Pradesh. 

TRADERS LEADERSHIP

Apart from his work in agriculture, Satya Bhaskar has also played a significant leadership role in supporting and representing the trading community.

In the year 2000, he was unanimously chosen as the Honorary President of the Yanam Merchants Association, where he worked actively to address the concerns of traders and strengthen the local business community.

In 2006, he was among the founding leaders of the Puducherry Traders Federation, where he served as Vice President, representing traders from Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam regions.

Under his leadership, the Yanam Shopping Festival in 2007 was successfully organized with the support of the Tourism Department and the Pondicherry Shopping Festival Committee, bringing positive recognition to the trading community.

Recognizing his dedication to trader welfare, the Government of Puducherry nominated him as a Member of the Puducherry Traders Welfare Board, where he works for welfare schemes including:
• Group insurance for traders
• Medical insurance for traders’ families
• Financial assistance for marriages
• Educational incentives for children of traders

Satya Bhaskar is also serving as:
• Executive Member – Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), New Delhi
• Member – GST Redressal Committee

In these capacities, he actively represents the concerns of traders and works with government authorities to resolve issues related to GST policies, taxation challenges, and trader welfare programs.

Through his persistent advocacy and leadership, he has helped bring the problems of traders to the attention of both State and Central Governments, striving to ensure fair policies and better business conditions.

SERVICE THROUGH LIONS CLUB

Satya Bhaskar joined the Lions Club of Yanam in 1999 and has been actively involved in community service initiatives.

He served as:
• President – Lions Club of Yanam (2005–2006)
• Zone Chairperson – Lions District 324 C1 (2006–2007)

Through the Lions Club, he organized numerous service activities including:
• Free medical camps
• Eye camps and dental camps
• Blood donation camps
• Educational awareness programs
• Scholarships and computer distribution for deserving students

He also serves as a Trustee of the East Godavari Lions Centennial Vidya Protsaha Trust, supporting educational opportunities for underprivileged students.

Humanitarian Services During Covid-19

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Satya Bhaskar played an important humanitarian role in assisting affected communities.

His initiatives included:
• Donation of oxygen cylinders and medical equipment to government hospitals
• Distribution of masks, sanitizers, and food supplies
• Providing financial assistance to families affected by lockdown
• Distribution of essential supplies to quarantined families
• Conducting COVID awareness and precautionary programs

Through these efforts, he provided timely support to many families during a difficult period.

OTHER SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

Satya Bhaskar has been associated with several service organizations and community initiatives.

He serves as:
• Life Member – Red Cross Society
• Executive Committee Member – Arya Vysya Maha Sabha
• Vice President – Yanam Contractors Association
• Member – Vasavi Club

He also serves as a Lifetime Trustee of Sri Venkateshwara Vasavi Nitya Annadhana Trust at Vadapalli, supporting the noble initiative of providing free meals to pilgrims and devotees.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

Satya Bhaskar has received numerous awards for his contributions to agriculture, social service, and business leadership.

Lions Club Honors
• Best President Award – District 324 C1
• Best President Award – Multiple District 324
• Lions International President Appreciation Award
• Best Zone Chairperson Award

Agriculture Honors :
• Best Farmer Award in the state of Andhra Pradesh
• Appreciation Awards from the Agriculture Department Puducherry

Business & Trade Honors
    Best seller awards from various companies
• Lifetime Achievement Award – Puducherry Traders Federation and Confederation of All India Traders

FAMILY

Satya Bhaskar’s Parents were Sri Majety Subba Rao and Smt. Ramarathnam. His father served as the President of the Yanam Block Congress Committee and was a close confidant of our past chief ministers Sri Venkata Subba Reddiar and Sri Shanmugam. Satya Bhaskar’s father is also a Construction Contractor. Satya Bhaskar is the eldest son, with one elder sister M. Dhanalakshmi and three younger brothers- Majety Venkata Satya Narayana Murthy – well known civil engineer and also a panel valuers for various financial institutions and banks; Majety Satya Sai – civil contractor and entrepreneur, Natarajan – senior advocate and legal advisor for various banks and industrial enterprises.

Satya Bhaskar married Smt. Rajyalakshmi (B.Com) on 25 June 1986. They are blessed with two daughters. Ramya, an Engineering Graduate, is married to Mr. P.M. Srinivas, a software engineer based in Melbourne , Australia. They have two sons, Aarush and Avyaan.

Dr. Harinya completed her Postgraduate degree in Radiology from Sri Venkateshwara Medical College, Pondicherry, and is currently pursuing advanced studies in Interventional Radiology at MIOT Hospital, Chennai. She is married to Shri Dosapati Krishna Saketh, a Civil Engineer and Industrialist from Vijayawada.

MESSAGE

“Though I was born into a prosperous family by the grace of God, I have always believed that true success lies in serving society. My mission is to continue working for the welfare of farmers, traders, and the community, so that I may contribute my humble part to the society that has given me so much.”

— Majety Satya Bhaskar