‘Amaravati relaunch a landmark moment'
Vijayawada: Chief minister
N Chandrababu Naidu
said the grand relaunch of the
Amaravati capital works
programme was a resounding success, drawing global attention to Andhra Pradesh's ambitious vision for its capital city. He described the event, attended by
Prime Minister Narendra Modi
, as surpassing all previous gatherings in the state, thanks to meticulous planning.
Speaking via teleconference with party leaders and workers, Naidu emphasised the government's commitment to restoring Amaravati's past glory. "This programme has turned the eyes of the nation and the world toward Amaravati," he said, adding that the capital represents the self-respect of Andhra Pradesh's 50 million residents.
He highlighted Modi's address, in which the PM underscored Amaravati's potential to become a cornerstone of
Viksit Bharat 2047
, India's vision for national development by 2047.
Naidu assured that construction in Amaravati will now move forward without hurdles. He reiterated his vision of Amaravati as a global city that would create opportunities and jobs for the state's youth.
The CM also noted recent strides in infrastructure and industry: the revival of the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant with 11,400 crore in central support, the long-pending railway zone in North Andhra, and fresh funding for the Polavaram project, now targeted for completion by 2027.
Economic development, he said, remains a top priority. New investments include BPCL and ArcelorMittal facilities, green energy plants in Srikakulam, and industrial parks in Orvakal and Kopparthy. The proposed Lepakshi–Kopparthy corridor and MSME parks across all constituencies aim to further boost local economies. "We've already launched MSME parks in 11 constituencies, and soon, every constituency will have one," he said.
Naidu reiterated the government's commitment to its Super-6 promises while addressing both financial and non-financial challenges. He also promised to fill all nominated posts before the party's annual Mahanadu conclave.
Taking aim at the opposition, Naidu asked party workers to counter "baseless criticisms" from the YSRCP and to prepare for the Mahanadu, scheduled to be held in Kadapa from May 27–29, following record-high membership registrations.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
New Indian Express
3 hours ago
- New Indian Express
AP attracts Rs 9.2 lakh crore investments in 11 months
VISAKHAPATNAM: Andhra Pradesh has attracted Rs 9.2 lakh crore investments over the past 11 months, generating expectations of over 8.5 lakh new jobs, Industry Minister TG Bharath said on Tuesday. He was speaking at the first edition of Federation of Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FAPCCI) Excellence Awards 2025 in Visakhapatnam. He credited the investment inflow to the pro-industry policies of the NDA government under Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. 'We are prioritising investor confidence and working to resolve issues faced by industries,' he said. Highlighting recent policy measures, Bharath noted that AP now offers one of the most competitive industrial policy frameworks in the country. He urged business leaders to take advantage of various State incentives, and pointed to the Speed of Doing Business initiative as a key mechanism for facilitating faster approvals. Visakhapatnam MP M Sribharat addressed the gathering, and encouraged industry leaders to identify challenges and contribute innovative solutions. 'Your ideas can help shape the future of industry in Andhra Pradesh,' he said. FAPCCI president Kankatala Mallikharjuna Rao spoke about the State's MSME policy and its benefits for the tourism sector. The event also featured presentation of excellence awards in 11 categories.
New Indian Express
3 hours ago
- New Indian Express
Hindupur MLA Nandamuri Balakrishna's 65th birthday celebrated
VIJAYAWADA: The 65th birthday of actor and Hindupur MLA Nandamuri Balakrishna was celebrated with enthusiasm across Andhra Pradesh, other States, and abroad on Tuesday. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, HRD and IT Minister Nara Lokesh, and several leaders extended greetings to the Padma Bhushan awardee. At the TDP central office in Mangalagiri, party members cut a massive cake to mark the occasion. At Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital in Hyderabad, Balakrishna said age no longer concerns him and pledged to keep learning and growing in his work.
Hans India
3 hours ago
- Hans India
Polavaram will be completed by 2027
Eluru: Water Resources Minister Nimmala Ramanaidu on Tuesday inspected the Polavaram project works at the field level and conducted a review of the works. On the occasion, he measured the diaphragm wall panel thickness in the presence of journalists and showed that it was 1.5 metres. He said in a press release that the propaganda of a Telugu daily that the diaphragm wall panel thickness had been reduced to 0.9 meters was wrong. He alleged that the 'anti-development' YSRCP does not want the Polavaram project to be completed. Minister Ramanaidu said that the project work is progressing at a rapid pace as per the time-bound schedule taken jointly by the CWC, irrigation officials and construction agencies under the leadership of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. The minister said that Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has already inspected the Polavaram project works at the field level three times. He said that Naidu himself is reviewing the Polavaram works every 15 days in the Secretariat. He expressed confidence that the target of completing the diaphragm wall construction this year is going to be achieved. He explained that more than 80 percent of the Polavaram head works have already been completed. The minister clarified that there is no compromise on quality in the construction of the Polavaram project. He once again clarified that the coalition government, with the support of Prime Minister Modi, under the capable leadership of Naidu, will complete the Polavaram project by December 2027. Polavaram MLA Balaraju, Polavaram constituency TDP in-charge Boragam Srinivas, Irrigation Advisor M Venkateswara Rao, ENC Narasimhamurthy, Megha Engineering Director Subbaiah, and other irrigation officials and agency representatives participated in this visit.
