Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh said development works in Amaravati are progressing rapidly without delays, calling the capital “unstoppable.” He also rejected opposition claims of inflated costs, highlighting ongoing construction of government buildings, housing projects, and drainage infrastructure across the capital region
Andhra Pradesh Municipal Minister P Narayana announced that debts linked to Amaravati’s greenfield capital project will be repaid by selling 5,000 acres of land rather than using taxpayers’ money. He highlighted that farmers have pooled nearly 35,000 acres for the project, with most returnable plots already distributed.
Andhra Minister P Narayana called Amaravati the “safest capital” and criticized false claims about its progress. He said 13,000 workers and 2,500 machines are on the job, with major buildings and roads nearing completion, aiming for full readiness by March 2026
Andhra Pradesh Municipal Minister P. Narayana announced that the Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada metro rail projects will be completed within three years, following agreements signed with two consultancies
A senior High Court lawyer was rescued by Vanasthalipuram police after being kidnapped over a disputed land deal. The abductors demanded Rs. 1 crore as ransom. Two suspects have been arrested, and the investigation into the 2020 land transaction is ongoing
Andhra Pradesh Municipal Minister P Narayana noted that the TDP-led NDA government needs 5,000 acres of land to build an airport similar to Shamshabad Airport in Hyderabad and another 2,500 acres each to accommodate smart industries and an international sports city respectively
