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The Hindu
11 hours ago
- 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
The Hindu
25-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
GVMC council meeting likely to be held on June 6
The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) council meeting is expected to be held on June 6. If all goes according to plan, this will be the first official council meeting of the year, and the first since the NDA assumed leadership of the GVMC, including the posts of Mayor and Deputy Mayor. The last council meeting was held in December 2024. Earlier this year, the GVMC conducted a special budget meeting at the end of March. However, it was not attended by corporators from the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP), as NDA leaders had proposed introducing a no-confidence motion at that time. A senior NDA corporator said on condition of anonymity that though there were initial plans to hold the council meeting by the end of this month, it was postponed to avoid a clash with the TDP Mahanadu event. 'Many TDP corporators and senior leaders will not be available during that time.' The corporator noted that several proposals have been pending as no council and standing committee meetings were held over the past few months. He added that the corporation needs to kickstart monsoon preparations, including measures to prevent spread of seasonal diseases. Sources said the GVMC officials have begun finalising proposals such as those relating to desilting and streetlighting. Some previously approved administrative works are also expected to be included in the agenda. Given that the council meeting is being convened after a long gap, sources indicate that corporators may be allotted extended time during the question hour. Meanwhile, NDA corporators are reportedly urging the government to appoint a full-time commissioner for the corporation ahead of the proposed council meeting. Recently, some leaders met Minister for Municipal Administration P. Narayana during his recent visit to the city and submitted representations, in which they stated that the corporation has no fulltime commissioner, since January-end, which is directly affecting the civic body's functioning.
India Today
23-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Andhra Pradesh government accelerates vizag metro construction. Key details
Andhra Pradesh's Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister, P. Narayana, has announced that construction of the Visakhapatnam (Vizag) Metro is slated to begin in development is part of a broader strategy to enhance connectivity and support the city's rapid a review meeting with ministers, MLAs, and officials from the north coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh, Minister Narayana revealed that a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Vizag Metro has been submitted, proposing a double-decker This innovative design aims to optimize urban space and provide efficient transportation solutions for the city's addition to the metro project, plans are underway to construct a semi-ring road in Visakhapatnam, drawing inspiration from Hyderabad's ring road initiative is designed to support the anticipated increase in traffic and facilitate seamless connectivity to the upcoming Bhogapuram International Airport, which is expected to be completed by next ensure smooth access to the airport, 22 roads have been proposed, with 15 already receiving government approval and plans for the remaining roads currently in the state's housing initiatives, Minister Narayana highlighted the progress of the TIDCO housing 2014 and 2019, seven lakh houses were proposed, but the previous administration completed fewer than two current government has allocated approximately Rs 7,000 crore to complete the remaining homes, with a commitment to distribute them to women beneficiaries by the upcoming Dasara Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) scheme has also seen renewed 2021, funds allocated by the Union government for providing drinking water to every household were returned due to the previous administration's failure to provide the required matching Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has since renegotiated with the Centre to secure the reallocation of these projects worth Rs 834 crore are underway under the AMRUT scheme, aiming to make surface water supply available in the coming months.
The Hindu
21-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
15 roads from Vizag to Bhogapuram Airport to be laid soon: Minister Narayana
Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MAUD) P. Narayana on Wednesday (May 21) said Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) will lay 22 roads from Visakhapatnam to the upcoming Bhogapuram International Airport and that tenders have already been invited for 15 of the roads. He was holding a meeting with the MLAs and officials from the undivided Visakhapatnam district at the VMRDA office here to review the status of various development projects of the VMRDA and Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC). Speaking to the media, Mr. Narayana said that the government is keen on completing the metro rail project in Visakhapatnam, which, he said, will be a double-decker model. He also said that plans are afoot to begin metro rail works from October 1 this year. 'Generally, it takes four years to complete a metro rail project, but Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has ordered the authorities to complete it in three,' he said. The Minister added that the government has also proposed a semi-ring road for Visakhapatnam, which can cater to about one crore people. The VMRDA is in the process of hiring consultants for this project. TIDCO houses Mr. Narayana said that during 2014-19, the then TDP government had planned to build seven lakh TIDCO houses and had invited tenders for about five lakh. However, during 2019-24, the previous YSRCP government reduced the number to 2.61 lakh, but still did not complete the project. To complete the houses, about ₹7,000 crore is required, he said, adding that Mr. Chandrababu Naidu has issued directions to complete the pending works. 'We have asked the officials to complete at least some of the houses by Vijayadasami this year,' he noted. Mr. Narayana added that a new commissioner will soon be appointed to the GVMC. He said that discussions were held regarding various aspects related to VMRDA infrastructure, Visakhapatnam-Kakinada Petroleum, Chemicals and Petrochemicals Investment Region Urban Development Authority Metropolitan Jurisdiction Map; a revisit of the Master Plan 2041 and key points of the extended area. Discussions were also held on MIG layouts; proposed new layouts under VMRDA; master plan priority roads; and issues concerning coastal erosion projects, integrated development of Kailasagiri and Rushikonda. Specific discussions took place regarding land issues in Simhachalam, Anakapalli land pooling, the Beach Corridor, six-lane roads to the Vizag Steel Plant and several VMRDA projects. Several MLAs stressed the need to complete GVMC pipeline works to ensure uninterrupted drinking water supply to the public. They also suggested building additional water tanks and highlighted the shortage of waste disposal vehicles and pushcarts in hilly areas. MLAs Ganta Srinivasa Rao, P. Vishnu Kumar Raju, Palla Srinivasa Rao, Panchakarla Ramesh Babu, Velagapudi Ramakrishna Babu, Ch. Vamsikrishna Srinivas and Konathala Ramakrishna were present. District Collector M.N. Harendhira Prasad and VMRDA chairman Pranav Gopal also attended.
The Hindu
30-04-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Massive preparations under way for PM Modi's Amaravati visit on May 2
The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) is making large-scale arrangements ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to Amaravati at 3.30 p.m. on May 2, 2025, where he will formally relaunch the capital city construction works in a grand public meeting. More than five lakh people, including nearly one lakh farmers who gave up their agricultural lands under the Land Pooling Scheme (LPS) in 2014, are expected to attend the event. To handle the massive turnout, the APCRDA has made provisions for parking at 11 places and more than 7,000 buses and 3,000 cars along eight designated routes around the venue are expected to arrive. A.P. capital Amaravati gets smart infrastructure push; 14 road work packages under way Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister P. Narayana, who personally reviewed the arrangements on Wednesday (April 29, 2025), told The Hindu that more than 80% of the preparations have been completed. 'All departments are working in coordination. By this evening, all arrangements will be in place,' he said. In addition to parking, the APCRDA has ensured supply of drinking water, food, temporary washrooms, street lighting, and illumination of major buildings, including the existing Secretariat. The dais from where Prime Minister and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu will address the crowd is also nearing completion. Galleries have been set up for various sections of attendees, including VVIPs, VIPs, government officials, Amaravati farmers, and the general public. A special photo exhibition on Amaravati's development will be showcased for the Prime Minister, along with presentations of the planned iconic Government Complex. Minister Narayana noted that transport and parking are key components of the event logistics. 'The Chief Minister has instructed officials to prepare alternatives in case of rain, so that parking won't be disrupted,' he added. Officials have been directed to make additional parking arrangements beyond the earlier estimate of 3,000 buses and 1,000 cars, with current plans accommodating up to 7,000 buses and 3,000 cars. 'We are extending invitations as per protocol, and the entire administrative machinery is moving ahead with complete coordination,' the Minister said.
