Amaravati construction to be reviewed every 15 days for faster progress says AP CM Chandrababu

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu conducted a comprehensive review of the Amaravati capital city development works at his camp office, directing officials to ensure that all ongoing projects are completed within the set timelines.

The review meeting, attended by Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister Dr. P. Narayana, senior officials from the Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA), Amaravati Development Corporation Limited (ADCL), and the Finance Department, focused on the progress of capital construction, beautification works, and the registration of returnable plots for farmers.

The Chief Minister made it clear that the government’s top priority is to ensure timely completion of the capital’s Phase-1 development, which is targeted for mid-2026. To maintain accountability, he announced that the progress of all works would be reviewed once every 15 days, allowing departments to identify issues early and speed up decision-making.

Naidu emphasized that Amaravati’s construction must proceed without delay or negligence, adding that the biweekly review mechanism would help synchronize the efforts of CRDA, ADCL, and other departments. He instructed the Finance Department to ensure that funds are released promptly so that project execution remains uninterrupted.

On the registration of returnable plots for farmers—landowners who had surrendered land under the Land Pooling Scheme (LPS)—the Chief Minister directed officials to prevent any inconvenience or procedural hurdles. He stressed that the process should be transparent and farmer-friendly, as confidence among land contributors is essential for the success of Amaravati’s revival.

According to officials, the government is implementing a two-phase plan to develop Amaravati as the People’s Capital, with the first phase focused on creating a functional and visible core capital zone. The 900-acre core area includes infrastructure, government complexes, and urban amenities.

The Capital Region Development Authority has estimated that around ₹38,000 to ₹40,000 crore will be required for completing Phase-1 works. This includes construction of roads, stormwater drains, power and water lines, and the Secretariat, Assembly, and High Court complexes, besides beautification, landscaping, and connectivity projects.

So far, the government has spent or committed approximately ₹10,800 crore since July 2024. Another ₹5,000 crore worth of contracts are in the tender stage, while ₹24,000 to ₹28,000 crore more will be needed over the next 18 months to meet the 2026 target.

Funding is being sourced through the State Budget, NABARD assistance, and re-mobilised CRDA bonds, along with land monetisation and public-private partnerships (PPP). Officials said the government plans to maintain a steady monthly outlay of ₹1,000–₹1,200 crore through 2026.

The Chief Minister also reviewed beautification plans, including green belts, water bodies, and riverfront development along the Krishna River. The ADCL has targeted March 2026 for completion of landscaping and public access areas.

Naidu reiterated that Amaravati’s progress will be monitored continuously, and any lapses in coordination or execution will be reviewed directly at the Chief Minister’s level. “Amaravati’s development represents the aspirations of the people of Andhra Pradesh. It must reflect efficiency, planning, and transparency,” he was quoted as saying in the meeting.

Officials briefed him on connectivity projects such as the Seed Access Road expansion, Sakhamuru flyover, and Amaravati–Vijayawada corridor upgrades, which are expected to be completed by early 2026.

The government aims to showcase visible transformation by 2026, with administrative complexes, housing for government staff, and key infrastructure becoming operational, paving the way for the eventual relocation of full administrative functions to Amaravati in subsequent phases.

With these directives, the Chief Minister reinforced his government’s commitment to reviving Amaravati as a world-class capital city, ensuring that development remains steady, transparent, and accountable at every stage.