Government urged to complete construction of Ambedkar Knowledge Center in Vizianagaram
On Wednesday the members submitted a representation to municipal authorities expressing concern over the inordinate construction delays. Association President Pandranki Venkataramana said: 'The project, which began nearly one-and-a-half years ago with an estimated cost of ₹1.55 crore holds deep significance for lakhs of students and followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.'
He alleged that a few YSRCP corporators have been disrupting the stage-2 works despite ₹39.90 lakh being sanctioned for the completion of the G-plus structure. He emphasised that its early construction would help Ambedkarites hold meetings, students pursue higher education and prepare for competitive examiniations in a good environment.
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