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The Hindu
2 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
A.P. capital works in Amaravati will be completed in three years, says MA&UD Minister Narayana
Andhra Pradesh Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MA&UD) Minister P. Narayana on Tuesday asserted that the construction of Amaravati was progressing swiftly and will be completed within three years, 'regardless of any conspiracies or political hurdles'. Addressing the media after inspecting the key sites, including Sakamuru reservoir, Kondaveeti Vagu, Gravity Canal, and Anantavaram Park, the Minister reiterated the commitment of the government to developing Amaravati as a world-class capital. Mr. Narayana announced that 4,000 houses for government officials and employees would be completed by March 2026, while road and drainage works were nearing completion. Designs for the layout roads will be finalised by IIT experts by the end of August. Canal works, including Kondaveeti Vagu (23.6 km), Palavagu (16.5 km), and Gravity Canal (7.84 km), are being widened and deepened to prevent flooding. Reservoirs at Sakamuru, Krishnayapalem, and Neerukonda are under construction with a combined storage capacity of 0.53 rmc ft, he said. Lease payments Referring to the issue of the farmer lease payments, Mr. Narayana said that 900 farmers were yet to receive funds due to issues such as incorrect bank accounts or land sales, but their cases were being reviewed. So far, over 18,000 of the 25,000 farmers have received their dues, the Minister said. Responding to criticism that no work is taking place, Mr. Narayana invited the 'detractors' to visit Amaravati and witness the progress. He emphasised that 30% of the capital area is dedicated to greenery under the Blue-Green Capital concept and that the Krishna Riverfront Development works would begin soon. Highlighting international support, the MA&UD Minister said Singapore has renewed its trust in Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. 'The previous government strained the ties with Singapore, but Mr. Naidu is rebuilding that relationship. Singapore officials will visit Amaravati in ten days,' Mr. Narayana said. Mr. Narayana was accompanied by Amaravati Development Corporation Chairperson Lakshmi Parthasaradhi, CRDA Chief Engineer Gopalakrishna Reddy, CEO Dhanunjaya, other officials, and representatives of contracting agencies during the inspection.
The Hindu
10-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Andhra Pradesh Minister Narayana visits waste-to-energy plants in Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister P. Narayana has embarked on a study tour to inspect waste-to-energy (WTE) plants in other States, aiming to replicate the best models back home. On Monday (June 9, 2025) night, he visited the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation's WTE facility in Maharashtra, according to information provided by the Office of the Minister in Amaravati on Tuesday (June 10, 2025). Officials informed the Minister that the plant generates 14 megawatts of electricity daily from municipal waste and also produces biogas, showcasing a dual-benefit energy model. Minister Narayana closely reviewed the plant's performance metrics and energy consumption patterns. As part of Andhra Pradesh's strategy to establish two new WTE plants soon, the State Government is evaluating successful projects across India. The Minister's visit is intended to assess operational efficiency, waste handling practices, and sustainable energy output. Today, Minister Narayana is scheduled to visit similar facilities and waste management systems in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. He is accompanied by Swachh Andhra Corporation Managing Director Anil Kumar Reddy and other senior officials
Hans India
22-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Visakhapatnam Metro Rail Project to Begin Construction by October 2025, Confirms AP Minister
Andhra Pradesh Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister Narayana announced that preparations are being made to launch the Visakhapatnam Metro Rail Project by October. He stated that a comprehensive Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been prepared, with plans to construct the metro using a double-decker model. The minister also said that efforts are in progress to make the Bhogapuram International Airport operational by April next year, and directed officials to ensure timely completion. On Wednesday, a review meeting was held at the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) office regarding development across the Uttarandhra districts. The meeting included Speaker Chintakayala Ayyanna Patrudu, Minister Kondapalli Srinivas, Mayor Peela Srinivasa Rao, VMRDA Chairman Pranav Gopal, and other public representatives. Speaking to the media, Minister Narayana said that 15 roads connecting to Bhogapuram Airport would be completed on a priority basis. He mentioned that between 2014 and 2019, the government had proposed 7 lakh TIDCO houses across the state, but the previous administration failed to complete even 2 lakh houses. He assured that these houses would be handed over to beneficiaries by Dussehra. The review also included discussions on VMRDA's long-term development plans, the Visakhapatnam–Kakinada Petroleum, Chemicals, and Petrochemicals Investment Region (VK PCPIR), and the master plan for the merged mandals. Other topics discussed included: Development of MIG layouts and new housing layouts Construction of a semi-ring road from Rambilli in Anakapalli district to Bhogapuram in Vizianagaram district, passing through Visakhapatnam district The meeting was attended by Vizianagaram MP Bellana Appalanaidu, MLAs Ganta Srinivasa Rao, Bandaru Satyanarayana Murthy, Velagapudi Ramakrishna Babu, Vishnukumar Raju, Vamsikrishna Srinivas, Panchakarla Ramesh Babu, Aditi Gajapathi Raju, Lokam Nagamadhavi, Kolla Lalitha Kumari, and others.
The Hindu
23-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Andhra Minister Narayana inspects roads ahead of PM Modi's visit to Amaravati
Andhra Pradesh Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister P. Narayana on April 23 conducted a field inspection of roads in the Amaravati capital region, ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled public meeting on May 2, 2025. Accompanied by Guntur Range Inspector General of Police Sarvashresta Tripathi, the minister reviewed the access roads and parking arrangements at the public meeting venue. On the occasion, Minister Narayana reiterated that tenders worth Rs. 64,000 crore have been finalised for various developmental works in the capital region. He announced that the Amaravati capital works will be officially relaunched by Mr Modi during his visit on May 2. 'The Prime Minister will participate in the public meeting from 4 PM to 5 PM, and we expect a turnout of over five lakh people,' the minister said. Some of the key roads leading to the venue are still under construction, but the minister assured people that these would be completed on a war-footing in coordination with the APCRDA staff and the police department. 'We are working round-the-clock to ensure all infrastructure is ready in time,' he added. As part of the arrangements, 11 dedicated parking zones are being developed. Crowd movement has been planned through multiple routes including Mangalagiri, Tadikonda, Harishchandrapuram, Prakasam Barrage, and the West Bypass. Mr. Narayana also informed that a roadshow will be held for a stretch of one kilometre from the helipad to the meeting venue, subject to security protocols. Preparations are in full swing as the capital braces to host the Prime Minister, for what is seen as a landmark moment in reviving Amaravati's long-pending development.
