Quarters for MLAs, officials in Amaravati to be ready by December: Narayana
Mr. Narayana, accompanied by engineers of the A.P. Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) and other senior officials, inspected the ongoing infrastructure development works and directed officials to adhere to the set timelines.
He also reviewed the progress of housing and other official buildings meant for legislators and senior government officers. According to the Minister, 90% of the required manpower has been deployed, and machinery is expected to be fully mobilised by the end of July. Internal works are being prioritised during the monsoon to avoid weather-related delays.
Mr. Narayana stressed that, unlike the previous YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government—which he said created hardships for farmers and contractors—the current administration is proceeding with legal clarity in the tendering process.
Reaffirming the goal of completing Amaravati's core infrastructure within three years, he said 72 companies have been allotted land in the capital region. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has personally interacted with these companies, and most have committed to starting work by December, he added.
The Minister also mentioned that discussions on the second phase of the Land Pooling Scheme (LPS 2.0) would be taken up by a Cabinet Sub-Committee. Meanwhile, representatives from Norman Fosters are scheduled to meet contractors soon to review the progress of Amaravati's iconic building projects.
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