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The Hindu
a day ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Grievances related to land issues high in Vizag, says Revenue Minister
The government is keeping a close watch on those involved in land grabbing in the State, Minister for Revenue Anagani Satya Prasad said and warned that anyone who tries to rob people and grab lands will be severely punished as per the law. He was in the city on Monday to participate in the weekly grievance programme at the Collectorate as part of the government programme — Suparipalanalo Tholi Adugu (Initiative of Good Governance). He received complaints directly from the people and interacted with them at the programme. Later, speaking to media persons on the occasion, Mr. Prasad said that the State government is keeping a close watch on land grabbing issues, and will provide justice to the victims and punish the accused. He said that private lands should not be placed under 22 (A), but it happened during the previous government. The coalition government with Nara Chandrababu Naidu as the Chief Minister is giving utmost priority to the welfare of the people and also the development of the State, he added. 'Grievances related to land-related issues such as land grabbing, encroachments are high in Visakhapatnam and people are complaining about these issues in the weekly grievance redressal programme. We are preparing a detailed report on land grabbing and encroachments and will soon release this report to the public,' Mr. Satya Prasad said. He said that the government is taking all steps to resolve the long-pending land issue of Panchagramalu in Simhachalam, adding that he had also reminded Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on this matter. He said that there is a lot of scope for development of Information Technology in Visakhapatnam. He said that the much-awaited Visakhapatnam Metro Rail project will also be fulfilled and work will start soon and steps are being taken to stop encroachments along the coast as per the guidelines of the Coastal Zone Management Board.
The Hindu
a day ago
- Business
- The Hindu
VMRDA chairman tells staff to speed up works related to Metro Rail & roads connected to Bhogapuram airport
Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) Chairman M. V. Pranav Gopal on Monday directed officials to expedite the work related to Visakhapatnam Metro Rail (VMR) and the master plan roads connected to the upcoming Bhogapuram International Airport in neighbouring Vizianagaram district. He held a review meeting with officials in the presence of Metropolitan Commissioner K. S. Viswanathan. The Chairman was informed that tenders have also been invited for some roads connected to the international airport to ease the traffic movement, and the tender process for the remaining master plan roads will have to be initiated. The roads will have to be completed by July 2026 as per the directions of the government as the international airport is likely to start its operations by the time, the Chairman was informed. While reviewing the Metro Rail project, the Chairman directed the officials to coordinate and support the officials related to the Metro Rail project from the stakeholders, including the State, Centre and the bankers concerned. He said that the transport project like the metro rail is necessary for the current and future needs of the public and the government is giving priority to the Metro Rail in the city. Later, he participated in the weekly grievance redressal programme Praja Darbar. He received suggestions and objections related to VMRDA's Master Plan 2041. Some of the grievances suggested that the authority should create layouts for industries and also complete the pending works of roads in the layouts. They said that people are not able to purchase plots of the authorised layouts due to incomplete roads and construction works, which should be taken up by the urban authority.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Officials told to speed up land acquisition for Vizag Metro Rail project
District Collector M.N. Harendhira Prasad has asked the officials to speed up the land acquisition work for the Visakhapatnam Metro Rail project and expansion of railway lines. Participating in a review meeting with the officials on Saturday, the Collector enquired about the status of land acquisition, issuance of notifications, and other requirements for the Metro Rail project and railway line expansion. He enquired about the land acquisition to be made for the Visakhapatnam–Gopalapatnam 3rd and 4th lines, proposed flyover between Pendurthi and Simhachalam North stations and Vadlapudi Junction, Gajuwaka–Kanithi Road, and the Duvvada–Simhachalam development works. Mr. Harendhira Prasad also reviewed the land acquisition process for the three corridors under Phase-1 of the Visakhapatnam Metro Rail project and issued guidelines to the authorities concerned. He asked the revenue officials to speed up the issuance of Form-2 notifications and submit the reports within the given time.
New Indian Express
4 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
AP signs MoUs with TIPSA, SYSTRA to fast-track metro projects in Vizag, Vijayawada
VIJAYAWADA: The Andhra Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (APMRC) on Friday signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading consultancies TIPSA and SYSTRA to provide design, supervision, and technical support for metro rail projects in Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada. The MoUs were signed in the presence of Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister Dr P Narayana at the APCRDA office in Vijayawada. As per the agreements, TIPSA will oversee design and supervision for the Vijayawada Metro Rail project, while SYSTRA will handle technical aspects and execution support for the Visakhapatnam Metro Rail. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Narayana said the projects are being taken up as part of commitments under the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act. He blamed the previous regime for stalling metro progress and claimed the current administration is fast-tracking the initiatives. He said 20% of the cost will be borne by the Central government, 20% by the State, and 60% through a low-interest loan facilitated by the Centre. Vizag Metro's Phase 1 spans 46.23 km, with tenders already invited. Vijayawada Metro's 35.04 km Phase 1 tenders will be floated shortly. To optimise space, double-decker corridors have been planned—20 km in Vizag and 4.7 km in Vijayawada.
News18
5 days ago
- Business
- News18
Andhra Pradesh: Vizag And Vijayawada Get Green Signal For Mega Rail Projects, Know More
Vijayawada Metro's Phase I with two corridors has received in-principle approval. The Andhra Pradesh cabinet on Thursday approved investment proposals worth Rs 80,000 crore, including inviting tenders for the Vizag metro and approving the Vijayawada metro, said Information and Public Relations Minister K Parthasarathy. The minister said these approvals are expected to generate 1.5 lakh jobs, positioning Andhra Pradesh as a preferred destination for investors. 'Investment proposals worth nearly Rs 80,000 crore were approved. Up to 1.5 lakh jobs are expected from these investments," said Parthasarathy, addressing a press conference at the secretariat. The cabinet approved the Andhra Pradesh Electronic Components Manufacturing Policy 4.O, aimed at developing electronic industries in the state, he said. It also cleared the allocation of 4.45 acres of land to Phenom People Pvt Ltd in Vizag for an investment of Rs 200 crore, expected to generate 2,500 jobs. Further, Parthasarathy said the cabinet approved 3.6 acres of land for Sify Infinity Spaces at Madhurawada IT Hill and another 50 acres at Paradesipalem in Vizag at Rs 50 lakh per acre, facilitating a Rs 16,466 crore investment to establish the port city as a data hub. The cabinet also approved the allocation of 30 acres in Madhurawada to Sattva Developers Pvt Ltd at Rs 1.5 crore per acre for a proposed investment of Rs 15,000 crore, and 2.5 acres to ANSR Global Corporation Pvt Ltd at Madhurawada for an investment of Rs 1,000 crore. It approved a proposal to invite tenders for up to 40 per cent of phase I works of the Visakhapatnam Metro Rail project, to be executed under a 50:50 government joint venture, at an estimated cost of Rs 11,498 crore, added the minister. Similarly, it granted in-principle approval for phase I of the Vijayawada Metro Rail Project with two corridors, estimated at Rs 10,118 crore. The project will also follow a 50:50 equity funding model, with the tendering process and Notice to Proceed (NTP) subject to approval from the ministry of housing and urban affairs. The cabinet ratified key activities under the Andhra Pradesh Mineral Development Corporation's (APMDC) 2025-26 second tranche bond issuance, including acceptance of a Rs 5,526 crore subscription amount. Among other decisions, it approved the allocation of an 800 MW pumped storage power project at Owk in Nandyal district to RVR Projects Pvt Ltd, the minister said. The cabinet also approved the Green Hydrogen Valley Declaration recently announced in Amaravati. It accepted the report submitted by Justice (Retd) M Satyanarayana Murthy on the stampede that occurred at Padmavathi Park in Bairagipatteda, Tirupati, on January 8, 2025. Additionally, it cleared incentives for the development of luxury hotels by ITC Hotels Ltd and Lansum Leisures & Entertainment LLP in Vizag, among other proposals. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
