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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Amaravati will emerge as model green capital: Narayana
Vijayawada: Municipal administration and urban development minister Ponguru Narayana said Andhra Pradesh is aiming to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2040. He said the govt is focusing on sustainable urban development, green buildings, and climate-resilient infrastructure. The minister was speaking at the IGBC Green Andhra Summit 2025 organised at the Novotel Hotel in Vijayawada on Thursday. Organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), the summit brought together govt officials, urban planners, and industry representatives to discuss sustainable development and green infrastructure. Principal secretary S Suresh Kumar said the summit marks a defining moment for the state's commitment to sustainability. Greening the construction sector is an environmental imperative, and green buildings must become the norm. IGBC continues to be at the forefront of India's green movement and must now aim to double the green-certified footprint over the next two years. "To drive this, the government has introduced dual financial incentives—impact fee discounts of up to 20% and RERA project registration fee refunds of up to 20% for IGBC-certified Silver, Gold, and Platinum-rated multi-storied buildings. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like These 11 Everyday Foods Might Be the Key to Knee Pain Relief Undo Together, these measures support building a climate-resilient and sustainable ecosystem. Achieving Net Zero is not the task of a few, but the responsibility of all," said Suresh Kumar. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between AP Metro Rail Corporation (APMRCL) and CII-IGBC to integrate green building standards in metro infrastructure projects. Another MoU was signed between the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) and IGBC to support green urban planning in Vizag. APCRDA Kanna Babu informed that 116 projects were registered for IGBC certification at the summit. He said that the APCRDA headquarters building received Net Zero Energy certification. Kamalakar Babu, vice-chairman and managing director of NREDCAP, also addressed the event and spoke about the potential of renewable energy integration in future infrastructure. Vijaya Sai Meka, chair of the IGBC Amaravati Chapter, participated in the discussions on Net Zero targets and green building policies. Panel sessions were conducted on topics such as sustainable building materials, green city development, and energy-efficient design. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and s ilver prices in your area.
The Hindu
28-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Andhra Pradesh Cabinet clears amendments to expedite Amaravati land procurement under Negotiated Settlement Policy
The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet has approved amendments to the Negotiated Settlement Policy (NSP) to expedite land procurement for key infrastructure projects in Amaravati. The decision, taken on July 24, 2025, aims to overcome the practical hurdles encountered under the earlier framework and accelerate the development of the capital city. Under the existing NSP, the government had managed to acquire only nine acres—roughly 7% of the required 130 acres—in the R1 Zone earmarked for priority roads and utilities. With the new amendments in place, the focus shifts to acquiring the remaining 121 acres by offering improved compensation packages. The targeted land spans across 24 villages situated within Amaravati's core capital region. According to the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA), it was observed that certain stretches of proposed priority roads and infrastructure projects fall in areas exempted from the Land Pooling Scheme (LPS), particularly in the demarcated village sites and extended habitations within the R1 Zone. Since LPS is not applicable in these exempted areas, and land acquisition under the LA R&R Act, 2013 is a time-consuming process, the government proposed to acquire land in these areas—and also some scattered houses located within the LPS but outside the R1 Zone—through negotiated settlements, as permitted under Section 124 of the APCRDA Act, 2014. The recent Cabinet-approved modifications introduce several key changes. Instead of the earlier plinth-area-based compensation, the revised policy allows for land-for-land allotments. The financial grants and resettlement benefits have been significantly increased. For families displaced by the project, the monthly livelihood grant has been doubled to ₹5,000 for a period of 10 years. In addition, housing construction assistance has been raised to ₹1.8 lakh, while transportation, subsistence, and resettlement allowances have also been enhanced. Officials underscored that the updated policy is designed to ensure fair and adequate compensation for landowners and to avoid procedural delays that could hold up critical infrastructure works. They also noted that landowners and farmers in the Amaravati region have shown considerable support for the capital city's development. The government believes the revised NSP will facilitate smoother land procurement and faster execution of infrastructure projects that are essential to transforming Amaravati into a world-class people's capital.
The Hindu
28-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Visit to Singapore aims to set record straight, rebuild investor confidence: Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said he had come to Singapore to set the record straight and rebuild a transparent, investor-friendly environment, setting the tone for a crucial diplomatic and investment-oriented engagement with the Singapore Government on Day 2 of his official visit on Monday (July 28, 2027.) In a high-level meeting with Dr. Tan See Leng, Singapore's Minister for Manpower, Trade and Industry, Mr. Naidu openly acknowledged the setbacks investors from Singapore faced during the previous administration in Andhra Pradesh. He assured the Minister that his government is fully committed to creating a trustworthy and stable ecosystem for international investors. 'Our intention is not just to invite investments, but to restore credibility and ensure that those who believed in Andhra Pradesh in the past are treated with respect and fairness,' he said. The Chief Minister highlighted his long-standing admiration for Singapore's governance and urban models, reminding his hosts of the Singapore Township developed in Hyderabad during his earlier tenure. He explained how that admiration continues to shape his vision for Andhra Pradesh. 'We even initiated night-time road-cleaning in Hyderabad inspired by Singapore,' he noted. APCRDA approves ₹1,732.31 cr. tenders to build housing towers for govt. staff in Amaravati Mr. Naidu invited Dr. Tan to participate in the upcoming Global Investors Summit to be held in Visakhapatnam in November, emphasising the State's focus on knowledge-based industries, human capital development and green energy transformation. The Chief Minister outlined a range of opportunities for collaboration — particularly in areas such as green hydrogen, transmission corridors, port development, logistics infrastructure, and data center ecosystems. 'Singapore is a global leader in logistics and urban innovation. Andhra Pradesh wants to learn from and partner with the best,' he said. Journalists urge revival of Amaravati housing project Mr. Tan See Leng responded positively, noting Singapore's keen interest in partnering with Andhra Pradesh, particularly in renewable energy, submarine cable infrastructure, and affordable housing. He also recalled a previous meeting with Mr. Naidu in Hyderabad and expressed appreciation for Andhra Pradesh's renewed investor-centric approach. The meeting was attended by Ministers including Nara Lokesh, P. Narayana, and T.G. Bharat, along with officials from both sides.
Hans India
23-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
CRDA allots 1, 756 returnable plots
The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) conducted an e-lottery for the allotment of returnable plots at its headquarters at APCRDA office at Lenin Centre in Vijayawada on Tuesday. This initiative aims to benefit farmers who contributed their land under the Land Pooling Scheme for the development of state capital Amaravati. A total of 1756 plots comprising 1033 residential and 723 commercial plots were allotted to 134 farmers from Penumaka village through an online random selection system. The e-lottery commenced at 10:00 am. Before the final allotment, APCRDA conducted a trial run to familiarise farmers with the process. Following the live e -lottery, officials issued provisional certificates to the farmers who secured returnable plots. The event was supervised by several senior officials. Special Deputy Collector (FAC), CRDA Lands department, V David Raju, who coordinated the programme, stated that GIS staff and village surveyors were specially appointed to help farmers understand the geographical location of their allotted plots. He advised beneficiaries to complete the registration process at the earliest, assuring that no fee would be charged for plot registration. Farmers who could not attend the e-lottery can collect their provisional certificates from the office of the Competent Authority, Penumaka. APCRDA Director V Srinivasa Rao, Planning Department Director (FAC) V Suresh Kumar, special deputy collector AG Chinni Krishna, IT Department additional director Peddi Ajay Babu, project managers Lakshmi Prasanna and Ch Siva Shankara Rao, along with other CRDA officers and staff were present.
New Indian Express
22-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
IPS trainees visit APCRDA to study Amaravati Model, Land Pooling Scheme
VIJAYAWADA: A group of IPS trainee officers visited the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) office in Vijayawada on Monday as part of their professional exposure programme. The visit provided insights into Amaravati's planning model, sustainable development, and citizen-centric infrastructure. APCRDA Additional Commissioner Mallarapu Naveen and Economic Development Joint Director (FAC) B Vineesh briefed the trainees about the Land Pooling Scheme, highlighting how farmers voluntarily gave up land and received residential plots, pensions, and welfare benefits in return. The officers also learned about the city's green infrastructure, including EDGE-certified buildings and the Amaravati Government Complex, along with future plans such as the Quantum Valley high-tech hub. The visit concluded with the presentation of mementoes and a call to the trainees to serve with innovation and dedication. The officials emphasised the State's commitment to inclusive and sustainable urban growth.
