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New Indian Express
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- New Indian Express
Land pooling for Amaravati to go beyond 217 sq km
VIJAYAWADA: The Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA) has approved the expansion of land pooling beyond the existing 217 sq. km limit, paving the way for large-scale infrastructure projects in Amaravati. Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister Ponguru Narayana announced key decisions taken during the 48th CRDA meeting, held on Monday at the State Secretariat under the chairmanship of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. One of the major announcements was the finalisation of L-1 tenders for the construction of five administrative towers in Amaravati's core capital area at an estimated cost of Rs 3,673 crore. The GAD Tower, to be built at a cost of Rs 882 crore, has been awarded to NCC. HOD Towers 1 and 2, estimated at Rs 1,487 crore, will be constructed by Shapoorji & Pallonji, while L&T has been entrusted with the construction of HOD Towers 3 and 4 for Rs 1,304 crore. 'The construction works will begin soon and will be carried out as per the original designs prepared during the 2014-2019 period,' the minister said. He added that the development of these towers aims to bring all government departments under one roof, ensuring ease of access for citizens and efficient administration.
Hans India
26-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
281 AMRUT 2.0 projects will be taken up with Rs 10,251 cr
Vijayawada: The government accorded administrative sanction for an amount of Rs 10,251.72 crore for the implementation of 281 AMRUT 2.0 Projects works in Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in the State. The works will be taken up under the Concessionaire Hybrid Annuity Model (CHAM) with the following mode of Finance. Both the State and Central governments are trying to implement AMRUT 2.0 project schemes to supply drinking water to the people. Andhra Pradesh Urban Finance and Infrastructure Development Corporation (APUFIDC) is the nodal agency for supervising the works. Principal Secretary of the department of Municipal Administration and Urban Development S Suresh Kumar issued orders for the implementation of AMRUT 20 scheme. The share of the Central government is Rs 2,470.56 crore, while that of the AP government is Rs 2,490.72 crore. Urban Local Bodies share is Rs 590.97 crore; the 15th Finance Commission Grant is Rs 924.78 crore, capital expenditure is Rs 6,477.03 crore, operational expenditure by ULBs is Rs 1,498.97 crore, project cost is Rs 7,976 crore and interest component to concessionaire is Rs 2,275.72 crore. The Total project cost is estimated at Rs 10,251.72 crore. The department of Municipal Administration and Urban Development has adopted Concessionaire Hybrid Annuity Model (CHAM) to implement the AMRUT 2.0. Concessionaire Hybrid Annuity Model (CHAM) is an innovative financing mechanism for undertaking various infrastructure works/ projects (especially, without any revenue from the project operations) that are otherwise dependent on budgetary allocations. This can also be applied to PPP projects requiring major portion of Viability Gap Funding, which can be arranged through CHAM mechanism. The overall objective is to fast track project implementation under new fund flow mechanism of GOI titled 'SNA-SPARSH' for all the Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS). The Government of India has initiated new method of funding called 'SNA-SPARSH' for Central Sponsored Schemes (CSS) wherein, it is mandated for release of matching share of State and ULBs upfront, for tapping/ release of GOI proportionate share. However, due to the critical financial situation of the State, where matching share is not available in the treasury immediately and there is no scope of going for fresh borrowings because of the FRBM limits. In view of this, MA&UD Department devised a new financing mechanism titled 'CHAM' (Concessionaire Hybrid Annuity Model) to use the internally generated project funds and the remaining balance provided by the Contractor/ Concessionaire in the form of 'Concessionaire Support'(C.S.) towards State/ ULB share.
Hans India
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Officials told to expedite Yeleru canal repairs
Kakinada: Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development and the district in-charge minister Dr Ponguru Narayana has directed officials to promptly repair all breaches in the Yeleru canal system caused by last year's floods. The minister said that these repairs must be completed before the onset of the monsoon to ensure uninterrupted water supply for Kharif. The directive was issued during a Kakinada district review committee meeting held on Thursday evening at the Collectorate, chaired by Minister Narayana. District Collector Shan Mohan Sagili, MLC Karri Padmasree, and MLAs Nimmakayala Chinarajappa and Pantam Nanaji reviewed various development issues with officials. Collector Shan Mohan reported that 75% of the works suggested in the previous review meeting have been completed. He also announced that 52,000 units would be set up for SC/ST beneficiaries in the district under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli scheme. The Collector explained the promotion of drone usage in the agricultural sector. Kakinada Municipal Commissioner Bhavana elaborated on the measures taken to prevent drinking water scarcity during summer. Peddapuram MLA Chinarajappa urged immediate repairs to the Yeleru system and expedited completion of the Samarlakota bypass road and ADB road expansion projects. Kakinada Rural MLA Pantam Nanaji requested measures to prevent crop damage caused by wastewater from aquaculture ponds. Former MLA SVSN Varma, representing the Pithapuram constituency, called for support to farmers who are incurring losses due to millers colluding and offering low prices for their produce. MLC Karri Padmasree raised concerns about the hostel problem faced by polytechnic students and sought its resolution. People's representatives collectively demanded swift action on alleged irregularities in Jayalakshmi Mac Society, Kirlampudi, and Yeleswaram Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies to aid affected investors and farmers. Minister Narayana, as the committee chairman, instructed officials to take immediate action on all issues discussed by the members. He directed irrigation officials to repair all breaches in the Yeleru irrigation system before the Kharif season begins. He also asked Transco officials to install solar units on Tidco houses under the PM Surya Ghar scheme. The minister ordered a robust summer action plan, including borewell repairs and water transportation, to ensure no habitation faces drinking water scarcity. He directed officials to take necessary measures to ensure farmers receive Minimum Support Price (MSP) for their produce and stated that the government would be requested to provide more tarpaulins to farmers at subsidised rates. Minister Narayana asserted that despite financial difficulties, the coalition government is fulfilling its promises. He announced that schemes such as 'Talliki Vandanam', free bus travel for women, and Rs 20,000 investment aid for farmers would be implemented in June. The minister reiterated that the government is committed to delivering on all its promises while bearing the burden of accumulated debt from the previous administration. Joint collector Rahul Meena, DFO Ravindranath Reddy, DRO J Venkatrao, PADA PD A Chaitra Varshini, Agriculture Department JD Vijayakumar, Transco SE Prasad, and Irrigation EE Seshagiri Rao participated.
Hans India
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Centre committed to development of railway infra in TG: Kishan Reddy
Hyderabad: Union Minister Kishan Reddy expressed pride in announcing that only women employees will be serving at the newly renovated Begumpet Railway Station, which has been transformed under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Speaking ahead of the virtual inauguration of the station by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, he highlighted that this occasion coincides with the 300th birth anniversary of Rajmata Ahilyabai. He said that under Prime Minister Modi's leadership, the railway system across the country is rapidly developing. Currently, 1,300 railway stations have been undergoing development simultaneously in India, an unprecedented feat. 'In Telangana, 40 railway stations are also being developed concurrently. By 2026, these stations will be designed to reflect the local culture and heritage. The Secunderabad Railway Station is receiving an investment of Rs 720 crore for its development. Additionally, the Central Government has allocated Rs. 100 crore for the development of Nampally (Hyderabad) Railway Station, with a total allocation of Rs 350 crore. 'We anticipate reopening these two stations next year. In Telangana, Rs 5,337 crore is being invested in railway development, with ongoing works amounting to Rs 42,219 crore.' Prime Minister Modi has also sanctioned the construction of Komuravelli Railway Station, with Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav performing the ground-breaking ceremony. This station will be dedicated to the devotees of Komuravelli Mallanna during this year's Dussehra festival. Kishan Reddy noted that there had been a delay of 6 to 7 years in the MMTS Phase-2 project due to the previous government's negligence. Despite the lack of support from the state government, the construction of MMTS Phase-2 has commenced under Prime Minister Modi's leadership, with an investment of about Rs 1,000 crore. Work for MMTS has also been sanctioned for Yadagirigutta, which will commence soon with Rs 400 crore allocated. The Central Government is introducing 'Kavach' technology across 617 km in Telangana as a pilot project to prevent railway accidents. 'Up to now, 121 unmanned level crossings have been removed, and 203 new road under bridges, 43 railway over bridges (ROBs), and 45-foot over bridges have been constructed.' Kishan Reddy, without naming the BRS executive president, and former Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister KT Rama Rao, contended that the former minister criticises development projects on Twitter, and urged him to understand the facts. Additionally, high-speed WiFi has been set up at 174 stations, along with 88 stalls. Prime Minister Modi laid the foundation stone for a railway manufacturing unit in Kazipet, with an investment of Rs 580 crore.
Hans India
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Metro Rail project works to commence la October
Visakhapatnam: Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development P Narayana informed that Visakhapatnam Metro Rail project works are likely to commence from October. Speaking after a review meeting held with public representatives and officials on the development of North Andhra districts at the VMRDA office here on Wednesday, the minister mentioned that a DPR was sent to the Union government for double-decker metro as well. The minister stated that Bhogapuram Greenfield Airport will be completed by next April. He briefed that 22 roads have been proposed to connect Bhogapuram Airport, of which, 15 roads are being completed. He clarified that new roads will be constructed in coordination with the National Highways Authority of India. About 7 lakh TIDCO houses were proposed between 2014 and 2019. But the previous YSRCP government could not complete even 2 lakh houses. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu instructed the officials to complete the houses at the earliest, the Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister stressed. It will cost about Rs 7,000 crore and that the TIDCO houses will be allotted to women beneficiaries by Dasara at any cost, the minister assured. Like Hyderabad ring road, the minister instructed the officials concerned to prepare plans for the construction of a semi-ring road in Visakhapatnam. The minister informed that the issues related to Simhachalam temple lands, Anakapalli land pooling, beach corridor, steel plant six lanes and various projects being undertaken by the VMRDA were discussed during the meeting. Keeping the summer months in view, the legislators requested Narayana that the GVMC water pipeline works should be completed without any delay to have sufficient drinking water. They requested that the number of vehicles and pushcarts transporting waste in the hilly areas be increased as they are not enough. The MLAs requested the Municipal Minister to cooperate in the development projects related to the infrastructure across North Andhra. MSME Minister Kondapalli Srinivas, Assembly Speaker Chintakayala Ayyanna Patrudu, VMRDA Chairman MV Pranav Gopal and Commissioner K S Viswanathan, MLC Vepada Chiranjeevi Rao and MLAs were present.
