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The Hindu
2 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
MA&UD approves 11 projects to enhance urban liveability
The Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MA&UD) Department has approved eleven projects in urban local bodies across the State as part of its focus on implementing revenue-generating infrastructure through financing mechanisms such as Public-Private Partnership (PPP), Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM), and Viability Gap Funding (VGF). MA&UD Principal Secretary S. Suresh Kumar, at a meeting at the Secretariat on Tuesday (July 29, 2025) reviewed a portfolio of 30 revenue-generating projects across the State, which focus on enhancing urban liveability and sustainability. The projects include development of waste to energy facility in Kurnool, Kadapa, Nellore and Kakinada-Rajahmundry, construction of a modern bus stand in Chittoor. Also, for Visakhapatnam, monetisation of land at Rushikonda and ropeway to Kailasagiri, have been approved, according to a release from the department on Tuesday. In addition to the above, the government intends to take up urban infrastructure initiatives such as development of city roads in Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) for enhanced traffic management, road safety, and seamless urban transport. According to the release, a slew of tourism-friendly urban development projects under Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) are also being launched. The Principal Secretary said that these projects are designed to address critical infrastructure gaps and to attract private investment, generate employment, and improve the quality of urban life. He added that the emphasis on PPP and hybrid financing models ensures optimal risk-sharing and better outcomes for public service delivery. Commissioner and Director of Municipal Administration, representatives from the Finance Department, Andhra Pradesh Urban Infrastructure Asset Management Limited (APUIAML), and Municipal Commissioners took part in the meeting.
New Indian Express
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Min vows to fix drain water issues in Vijayawada in six months
VIJAYAWADA: Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MA&UD) Minister Ponguru Narayana on Saturday conducted a detailed inspection of outfall drains and rainwater-affected zones in Vijayawada, assuring early redressal of long-pending drainage issues. Blaming the YSRCP regime for halting the stormwater drain works mid-way, he said the decision had led to chronic waterlogging during rains. 'Between 2014 and 2019, Rs 500 crore was sanctioned and 55% of the drain works were completed. But the succeeding government stalled the project, aggravating the problem,' he said. Pointing to narrowed drains and rampant encroachments, Narayana said in several places the drain width had reduced from 10 feet to as little as two feet. He instructed Vijayawada Municipal Corporation (VMC) officials to identify and mark all encroachments. 'If houses are affected in the process, TIDCO houses will be allotted. The intention is not to harm the poor but to resolve the root problem,' he said. Narayana announced that drainage works would resume in September with funds from VMC and APCRDA, and would be completed within six months.
Hans India
20-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Congress pans KTR's rant against Revanth
Hyderabad: Congress strongly condemned KTR's 'irresponsible' and 'unparliamentary' remarks against CM Revanth Reddy. The party held that the statements of the former MA&UD Minister reflected his sheer frustration and political bankruptcy. In a media statement PCC spokesperson Bandi Sudhakar Goud stated that KTR and his family, during their regime, made countless promises to the people of Telangana but fulfilled none. 'Instead, they used the state's resources for personal and familial gains, crushing the hopes, dreams, and ambitions of the Telangana people—particularly betraying the sacrifices made by Telangana martyrs. It is unfortunate that KTR and his family enjoyed power standing on the graveyard of martyrs, but did nothing meaningful for the state,' he alleged. Sudhakar Goud held that due to their massive corruption, Telangana was turned into a cash-starved state. In contrast, under the visionary leadership of CM Revanth Reddy, the Congress government is implementing the Six Guarantees one by one, winning public appreciation in a short span. 'KTR should remember that the people of Telangana are watching. They will give a fitting reply in the upcoming local body elections. We demand that KTR immediately apologise to Revanth Reddy for his irresponsible comments. Otherwise, he must be ready to face the wrath of the people,' he added.
The Hindu
15-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Workshop for MEPMA officials to identify SHG businesses held at Tadepalli
MEPMA (Mission for Elimination of Poverty in Municipal Areas) on Tuesday conducted a workshop on 'Livelihoods and Entrepreneurship Acceleration Programme' (LEAP), a key initiative under MEPMA to achieve the goals set by the State government with regard to One Family-One Entrepreneur (OFOE) programme. According to a press note from the Municipal Administration and Urban Development Department (MA&UD), LEAP is aimed at strengthening urban business ecosystems by identifying, guiding, and scaling SHG-led enterprises. In alignment with the State government's OFOE programme, the LEAP project is being implemented in collaboration with the India SME Forum. In this context, the workshop held at Tadepalli provided direction to MEPMA staff on how to enable entrepreneurship within families. MA&UD principal secretary S. Suresh Kumar and MEPMA mission director N. Tej Bharat were present on the occasion. The workshop focused on capacity building for city mission managers, identifying SHG businesses, exploring market access strategies and digital formalisation techniques, and also training staff to become mentors and counsellors. The officials also discussed subjects, including cluster development, promotion of women SHG clusters, and digital tools like dashboards, feedback systems, and performance tracking. MEPMA is aiming to nurture 30,000 entrepreneurs during 2025–26, and staff were briefed on the roadmap to achieve the goal. According to a press note, an action plan is already under way for implementation of the project. Phase-1 audit has been completed in Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and Tirupati municipal corporations. Data of nearly 4,00,000 SHG members was analysed by India SME Forum and MEPMA staff. Phase-2 audit also has begun recently across 14 municipal corporations.
Time of India
13-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Andhra Pradesh launches Self-Certification Scheme to streamline building permissions
Vijayawada: In a major push towards enhancing the ease of doing business and accelerating real estate growth, the state govt unveiled revised guidelines for the Self-Certification Scheme (SCS) 2025 for building permissions. The new scheme, a part of the state's vision, aims to simplify the building approval process while encouraging a participatory and transparent approach in urban development. It empowers citizens and licensed technical personnel (LTPs) with a trust-based approval mechanism, marking a shift from heavy regulation to responsible self-governance. S Suresh Kumar, principal secretary (MA&UD), on Sunday issued a GO on the revised guidelines of SCS 2025. Instant online permissions through the Online Building Permission System (OBPS) will allow applicants to begin construction immediately after paying necessary fees. This system eliminates time-consuming scrutiny and replaces it with accountability by LTPs, who must ensure compliance with master plans, zoning rules, and safety standards. Mandatory submission of the Plinth Level Inspection report within seven days adds a layer of transparency and discipline. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Recover All Your Loss With This Superclass By Mr. Gopal ! TradeWise Learn More Undo The SCS 2025 will be integrated as Chapter XIV in the Andhra Pradesh Building Rules, 2017. It applies to non-high-rise residential projects in plots up to 4,000 sq.m in approved layouts, including those regularised under LRS 2008 and LRS 2020, Gramakantam areas, village sites, and redevelopment projects with prior approvals. White Category industries on plots up to 500 sq.m are also covered. The guidelines apply across all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and Gram Panchayats within Urban Development Authorities (UDAs), including APCRDA (except Capital City area), for plots 300 sq.m and above. The move aligns with the Govt of India's Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) 2025-26 by reducing compliance burdens and fostering an investor-friendly environment.
