Jagan Mohan Reddy interview | ‘I am pragmatic on Visakhapatnam as administrative capital’
2 years, 1 month ago

Jagan Mohan Reddy interview | ‘I am pragmatic on Visakhapatnam as administrative capital’

The Hindu  

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy faced several post-bifurcation challenges during his three years in office, and had been announcing several development schemes. In an interaction with a team from The Hindu, the Chief Minister explains in detail about his government’s initiatives in key sectors, the State’s financial management and his vision on the three capitals plan. Edited excerpts: Pitching Visakhapatnam as an administrative capital is a practical and pragmatic decision, says Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. For you to provide basic infrastructure alone, according to the previous government’s detailed project reports, they themselves have projected ₹2 crore per acre, which is going to be the minimum basic cost it would take to provide this basic infrastructure such as roads, electricity and water.

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New Year to Herald Work on Capital Amaravati
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19 hours, 3 minutes ago

New Year to Herald Work on Capital Amaravati

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu will start his Amaravati 2.0 capital at the beginning of New Year 2025, aiming to complete the world-class capital in three years. A recent cabinet meeting headed by him granted permission to the CRDA to undertake 45 engineering works worth Rs 33,137.98 crore for construction of quarters for IAS officers, gazetted officers and class …

Former bureaucrat urges Chief Minister to focus on developing North Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema, not just Amaravati capital
1 day ago

Former bureaucrat urges Chief Minister to focus on developing North Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema, not just Amaravati capital

The Hindu  

Sarma from the city has written a letter to Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu, urging him to focus on the development of North Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema as well. He said that by focussing on Amaravati alone and investing ₹50,000 to ₹60,000 crore in the name of development of Amaravati Capital, injustice will be done to these two regions. He …

‘We got funds, plans, we’ll have world-class capital in next three years’
4 weeks ago

‘We got funds, plans, we’ll have world-class capital in next three years’

New Indian Express  

NRI-turned-politician Dr Pemmasani Chandrasekhar made it to the Union Cabinet after his successful political debut in the 2024 elections as the TDP MP from Guntur. A native of Guntur district, Dr Pemmasani is a doctor and entrepreneur who gained national attention by becoming the richest minister in the Union Cabinet. In an interview with Bandhavi Annam, Union Minister of State …

‘Telangana CM Revanth Reddy secures ₹81,564 crore in investments during his international tours’
4 months, 1 week ago

‘Telangana CM Revanth Reddy secures ₹81,564 crore in investments during his international tours’

The Hindu  

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has secured a total of ₹81,564 crores in investments through his recent international tours in the past eight months, according to official sources. During his latest 10-day visit to the United States and South Korea, accompanied by Minister for IT and Industries D. Sridhar Babu, CM Revanth Reddy secured ₹31,532 crores in investments, which …

‘Jagan Reddy’s govt destroyed Andhra economy': Naidu releases white paper on state finances
4 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Jagan Reddy’s govt destroyed Andhra economy': Naidu releases white paper on state finances

Hindustan Times  

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday released a white paper, accusing the previous YSRCP government led by Jagan Mohan Reddy of destroying the state's economy and causing a loss of up to ₹7 lakh crore. While releasing the white paper on state's finances in the Andhra Pradesh assembly, Naidu alleged that under Reddy's leadership, the growth of …

Budget 2024: ₹15,000 crore financial package to develop Andhra Pradesh’s capital city Amaravati
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Budget 2024: ₹15,000 crore financial package to develop Andhra Pradesh’s capital city Amaravati

Hindustan Times  

Presenting her seventh consecutive Budget, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 23 announced a special financial support package of ₹15,000 crore for development of Andhra Pradesh’s new capital city during the financial year 2024-25. Presenting the Union Budget 2024-25, FM Nirmala Sitharaman announced a ₹ 15,000 crore financial package for development of Andhra Pradesh's new capital city Amaravati “Recognizing …

Amaravati: The promised land
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Amaravati: The promised land

The Hindu  

In Thullur in Guntur district of coastal Andhra Pradesh, people still wince when they remember the sound of armed police personnel marching through the narrow lanes of the village about four years ago. The situation was so bad that we had to show our Aadhaar cards to step out of our homes.” A. Rajani, a farmer from Thullur, says, “Not …

Amaravati Capital will be completed in two years: Ponguru Narayana
6 months, 1 week ago

Amaravati Capital will be completed in two years: Ponguru Narayana

New Indian Express  

NELLORE: Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development Ponguru Narayana has reiterated his commitment to complete the construction of Amaravati Capital City within two years, as originally envisioned by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu to make it one of the top five cities globally. Hitting out at the YSRC regime for increasing taxes and introducing the burdensome garbage tax, Narayana …

What's next for Amaravati, the dream capital of Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu?
6 months, 1 week ago

What's next for Amaravati, the dream capital of Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu?

Hindustan Times  

On October 22, 2015, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for Amaravati, envisioned as the ‘futuristic capital’ of Andhra Pradesh. **EDS: IMAGE VIA PMO** Amaravati: Prime Minister Narendra Modi with TDP supremo and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister-designate N Chandrababu Naidu at the latter's swearing-in ceremony, in Amaravati, Wednesday, June 12, 2024. Eight years and seven months later, with …

Amaravati to be sole capital of Andhra Pradesh, says Chandrababu Naidu ahead of his swearing-in as CM
6 months, 1 week ago

Amaravati to be sole capital of Andhra Pradesh, says Chandrababu Naidu ahead of his swearing-in as CM

India TV News  

A day before his swearing-in as the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Telugu Desam Party chief N Chandrababu Naidu made a significant announcement regarding the state's administrative future. As the first Chief Minister of bifurcated Andhra Pradesh between 2014 and 2019, he had floated the idea of Amaravati as the capital city. Chandrababu Naidu set to take oath as Andhra …

Poll result to ease suspense on A.P. capital city
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Poll result to ease suspense on A.P. capital city

The Hindu  

The election results in Andhra Pradesh for the 25 Lok Sabha and 175 Assembly constituencies, the counting for which will be taken up on June 4, is expected to ease the suspense on the State’s capital. It will be Amaravati if the TDP-BJP-JSP Alliance comes to power and Visakhapatnam if the YSR Congress Party returns to power, putting an end …

Fate of Andhra’s Capital Hangs in Air
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Fate of Andhra’s Capital Hangs in Air

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: The fate of the capital city of Andhra Pradesh hangs in the air despite ceasing of the term of Hyderabad as the joint capital of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana on June 2. Jagan Mohan Reddy captured power and became Chief Minister in 2019, dislodging the Chandrababu Naidu-led TD regime, he shattered the Amaravati capital dreams of his predecessor by …

Uncertainty stares at AP as Hyderabad's joint capital status nears end
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Uncertainty stares at AP as Hyderabad's joint capital status nears end

Deccan Chronicle  

Amaravati: As Hyderabad is all set to cease to be the joint capital of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana on June 2, the fate of a capital city and its geographical location for the residual Andhra Pradesh hangs in balance even 10 years after the bifurcation. While matters such as apportioning of public assets worth up to Rs 1.4 lakh crore …

Opinion: How the Andhra election is about choosing between Vizag and Amaravati
7 months, 1 week ago

Opinion: How the Andhra election is about choosing between Vizag and Amaravati

India Today  

Earlier this week, a person who works closely with the chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, enquired from a senior bureaucrat in the state government about securing admission for his child in a school in Visakhapatnam. Confident that the NDA would storm to power in the May 13 elections, not just Naidu but also Union Home Minister …

Jagan Mohan Reddy should continue as CM: Vijayasai
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Jagan Mohan Reddy should continue as CM: Vijayasai

New Indian Express  

NELLORE : YSRC Lok Sabha candidate V Vijayasai Reddy has underlined the need for re-electing YS Jagan Mohan Reddy as Chief Minister to ensure the continuation of good governance in the State. During his election campaign in Ulavapadu of Kandukur Assembly constituency, he cautioned the people against the potential repercussions of a TDP victory, warning that it could jeopardise existing …

Jagan reiterates resolve to make Visakhapatnam executive capital of Andhra Pradesh
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Jagan reiterates resolve to make Visakhapatnam executive capital of Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu  

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy on May 7 categorically said that Visakhapatnam would be made the executive capital of the State, if the YSRCP was voted to power again. Expressing confidence that the YSRCP would emerge victorious, Mr. Jagan Mohan Reddy said he would take oath as the Chief Minister on June 4 when the election results …

Chandrababu’s Manifesto Deceitful, Hollow: Dharmana
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Chandrababu’s Manifesto Deceitful, Hollow: Dharmana

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: Revenue minister Dharmana Prasada Rao has ridiculed Telugu Desam chief Chandrababu Naidu’s 2024 manifesto as deceitful and hollow. They also tried to streamline the process, in places where technical problems deprived the beneficiaries of the schemes.” He appealed to the people that if they were satisfied with the schemes and the YSRC’s governance, they should give one more opportunity …

Jagan Picks Holes in Impossible Super Six Promises
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Jagan Picks Holes in Impossible Super Six Promises

Deccan Chronicle  

Jagan Mohan Reddy on Saturday said the YSRC will adhere to its Three Capitals decision. Rs 1,50,718 crore are required to fulfil Super Six promises of Telugu Desam. Highlighting the statistical reality, Jagan Mohan Reddy said, “ Chandrababu Naidu frequently touts himself as a visionary leader capable of bolstering government revenues through economic policies. “During his tenure, GSDP grew at …

Election a one-sided war, says Minister Dharmana
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Election a one-sided war, says Minister Dharmana

Deccan Chronicle  

The minister, in his affidavit, showed a wealth of Rs 6 crore in movable assets and properties of Rs 9.68 crore. Asserting that north Andhra Pradesh benefited more from this government, the minister said he had requested Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy to establish the administrative capital in Visakhapatnam. “Jagan Mohan Reddy would do so if the YSRC retained …

Botsa objects to Naidu's remarks on AP CM
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Botsa objects to Naidu's remarks on AP CM

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: Education Minister Botsa Satyanarayana strongly objected to the remarks made by TD chief Chandrababu Naidu at chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy and other important leaders at his public meetings at S Kota and elsewhere. ``Naidu went to court and blocked capital status for Visakhapatnam and now demanding merger of S Kota with Visakhapatnam,’’ Satyanarayana said. He said Chandrababu …

People’s support will help YSRCP win all 175 Assembly and 25 Lok Sabha seats in Andhra Pradesh, says Jagan
8 months ago

People’s support will help YSRCP win all 175 Assembly and 25 Lok Sabha seats in Andhra Pradesh, says Jagan

The Hindu  

Expressing confidence that his party will win all 175 Assembly and 25 Lok Sabha seats in Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister Y.S. But it will remain a dream for them as the people are keen to vote in favour of the YSRCP,” Mr. Jagan Mohan Reddy said at the public meeting at Chelluru. Reiterating his government’s resolve to make Visakhapatnam the …

Jagan neglected north Andhra irrigation’s projects, says Naidu
8 months, 1 week ago

Jagan neglected north Andhra irrigation’s projects, says Naidu

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: Telugu Desam chief Nara Chandrababu Naidu has alleged that Chief Minister Y.S. Addressing a `Prajagalam’ election meeting at Rajam in Vizianagaram district on Monday, Naidu said the Telugu Desam government had spent Rs 1,600 crore on irrigation projects during its term while the Jagan Mohan Reddy government spent only Rs 594 crore. “We spent Rs 2,000 crore for Sujala …

Visakhapatnam Aims for International Status with Ambitious Development Plans
9 months, 1 week ago

Visakhapatnam Aims for International Status with Ambitious Development Plans

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: Rajya Sabha Member and northern Andhra districts coordinator YV Subba Reddy unveiled plans on Wednesday to elevate Visakhapatnam to international standard under the visionary initiative, ‘Vision Visakha’. The ceremony, held at the VMRDA children’s arena and chaired by mayor Venkata Kumari, involved the initiation of 423 development works at a cost of Rs.147 crore. Mayor Venkata Kumari highlighted the …

Jagan is losing big time in Andhra, says Prashant Kishor
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Jagan is losing big time in Andhra, says Prashant Kishor

New Indian Express  

Prashant, who is now on his own Jan Suraaj Abhiyan in Bihar and away from professional political strategising, offered an interesting rationale for his conclusion: that Jagan has made a mistake in putting all eggs in one basket. This might work in a low-income state but in Andhra Pradesh, where urbanisation is more than 50 per cent, and when your …

CM Jagan has vision for Vizag’s development: Dharmana
9 months, 2 weeks ago

CM Jagan has vision for Vizag’s development: Dharmana

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: Revenue minister Dharmana Prasada Rao said Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has a grand vision for development of Visakhapatnam, which he wants to make as one of the best cities in the country and a driver of AP’s economy. “Jagan Mohan Reddy has a clear vision of Visakhapatnam, which he will reveal in the city during his meeting …

BJP Will Develop Amaravati as Andhra’s Capital: Rajnath
9 months, 3 weeks ago

BJP Will Develop Amaravati as Andhra’s Capital: Rajnath

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada / Kakinada / Visakhapatnam: Union defence minister Rajnath Singh reaffirmed that Bharatiya Janata Party will develop Amaravati as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh’s capital. Several leaders raised the issue of AP’s capital, responding to which Rajnath Singh recalled that earlier, BJP had passed a resolution in support of Amaravati as the capital of Andhra Pradesh. Speaking in Visakhapatnam …

AP to have TD-JS government in 52 days: Naidu
10 months ago

AP to have TD-JS government in 52 days: Naidu

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Telugu Desam chief N. Chandrababu Naidu has expressed confidence that the countdown for downfall of the YSRC government has started, with TD-Jana Sena government coming to power in the next 52 days. Addressing his “Raa Kadali Raa” public meeting held at Inkollu in Parchur constituency of Bapatla district on Saturday, he described Jagan Mohan Reddy as a person who …

YSRCP government has ignored tribal issues in Andhra Pradesh, alleges Chandrababu Naidu
11 months ago

YSRCP government has ignored tribal issues in Andhra Pradesh, alleges Chandrababu Naidu

The Hindu  

While the government headed by Telugu Desam Party in Andhra Pradesh had promoted ‘Araku Coffee’ cultivated in the Agency region of Alluri Sitharama Raju district and brought it international recognition, the one helmed by the YSR Congress Party brought the region disrepute by encouraging anti-social activities such as ganja cultivation, alleged TDP national president N. Chandrababu Naidu on January 20. …

CM Jagan's social welfare schemes receive praise
11 months, 2 weeks ago

CM Jagan's social welfare schemes receive praise

Deccan Chronicle  

ANANTAPUR: Parliamentarian T Rangaiah hailed Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy as a “social reformer who brought cheer among the weaker sections” of the society across Andhra Pradesh. “Samajika Sadhikaratha” has been evident only during the rule of YS Jagan Reddy,” he said and stressed the need to elect Jagan as CM again to enable the weaker sections to get …

Speaker hails Jagan for developing rural areas
1 year, 1 month ago

Speaker hails Jagan for developing rural areas

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: AP speaker Tammineni Sitaram hailed Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy as a leader who developed the state by creating infrastructure in rural areas. He threw open a newly constructed bitumen road from Kavali R&B to Latchayyapeta via Munsibpeta. MPP Killi Usha Rani, ZPTC Lolugu Kantha Rao and mandal party president Pappala Ramesh Kumar were among those present at …

My father is languishing in jail due to the influence being exerted by Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, alleges Lokesh
1 year, 2 months ago

My father is languishing in jail due to the influence being exerted by Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, alleges Lokesh

The Hindu  

Telugu Desam Party national general secretary N. Lokesh has expressed anguish that his father and former Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has been in jail for the last 43 days for allegedly masterminding the skill development scam, while all the other accused in the case are out on bail as Chief Minister Y.S. Mr. Lokesh said that Mr. Jagan Mohan …

Ganta says Jagan shifting to Vizag to divert people's attention
1 year, 2 months ago

Ganta says Jagan shifting to Vizag to divert people's attention

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: Visakhapatnam North MLA and former minister Ganta Srinivasa Rao on Saturday described the slogan “Administration from Visakha starting Dasara onwards” as a political stunt meant to divert people's attention. Jagan Mohan Reddy do for Visakhapatnam during the remaining 100 days of his rule,” Ganta asked. Speaking to media at the district TDP office, the former minister maintained that Jagan …

Naidu, Pawan against Vizag as capital: Sajjala
1 year, 4 months ago

Naidu, Pawan against Vizag as capital: Sajjala

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Adviser to government, Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy, has said the crime rate has decreased in Visakhapatnam under the Jagan Mohan Reddy government’s leadership. Jagan Mohan Reddy will move the state administration there.” “Naidu and Pawan are trying to spread the word that something terrible is going to happen there. Pawan is going to the hills every day and saying that …

Jagan Lays Foundation Stone for Construction of 50,703 Houses For Poor In Amaravati
1 year, 4 months ago

Jagan Lays Foundation Stone for Construction of 50,703 Houses For Poor In Amaravati

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy laid the foundation stone for the construction of 50,793 houses for the poor in Amaravati on Monday. TDP supremo N. Chandrababu Naidu had vehemently opposed the construction of the houses for the poor as the land was pooled for the construction of the capital city. However, the YSRC government sought permission for construction …

CM determined to make Vizag as AP capital: Health Minister
1 year, 5 months ago

CM determined to make Vizag as AP capital: Health Minister

Deccan Chronicle  

VISAKHAPATNAM: Health minister Vidadala Rajini has said Chief Minister Y.S. The district’s in-charge minister held a review of the developmental activities of Gajuwaka and Visakhapatnam North constituencies with the elected representatives and officials at the collectorate here on Thursday. On the rendering of health services to the poor, the minister said another five medical colleges were being developed in the …

Capital conundrum in Andhra Pradesh
1 year, 5 months ago

Capital conundrum in Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu  

A. Venkata Rama Rao, a farmer from Krishnayapalem village in Mangalagiri Mandal of Guntur district, feels like a pawn in a game played in the corridors of power. In 2015, Rama Rao surrendered to the Andhra Pradesh State government about 6 acres of fertile land on the banks of the Krishna river for the development of Amaravati, slated to be …

Naidu slams Jagan for 'failing' to develop Amaravati as capital city
1 year, 5 months ago

Naidu slams Jagan for 'failing' to develop Amaravati as capital city

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Telugu Desam president Nara Chandrababu Naidu has castigated Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy for his “failure” to develop Amaravati as the capital city and instead adopting a policy of AP having three capitals. Addressing the TD leaders and activists at party headquarters on Friday, he said if Amaravati had been developed as a capital city, it would have …

CM Jagan Mohan Reddy is psycho: Chandrababu Naidu
1 year, 6 months ago

CM Jagan Mohan Reddy is psycho: Chandrababu Naidu

India Today  

Telugu Desam Party chief Chandrababu Naidu said Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party chief and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy was a psycho, who turned his state into a poverty-stricken one. Participating in the debate on the resolution on the welfare of the poverty-stricken forward classes moved in the ongoing Mahanadu, Chandrababu Naidu felt that the revenue of Andhra …

CM Jagan urges FM Sitharaman to help AP with release of pending funds
1 year, 6 months ago

CM Jagan urges FM Sitharaman to help AP with release of pending funds

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy flew into the national capital on Friday to participate in the NITI Aayog governing council meeting on Saturday and hold discussions with central leaders. YSR Congress MPs including Midhun Reddy and other senior leaders welcomed CM Jagan at Delhi airport in the evening. The chief minister mentioned the issue of electricity supplied …

‘Three capitals’ in Andhra Pradesh
1 year, 7 months ago

‘Three capitals’ in Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu  

The Andhra Pradesh government’s decision to have three capitals — Visakhapatnam as an executive capital, while Amaravati and Kurnool as legislative and judicial capitals, respectively — brought the development of Amaravati to a grinding halt three years ago. Explained | The three capitals issue of Andhra Pradesh As a consequence of the decentralisation move which is intended to achieve balanced …

Northern Andhra's New Job Hub: CM Jagan Unveils Mega Projects, Promises Transformation
1 year, 7 months ago

Northern Andhra's New Job Hub: CM Jagan Unveils Mega Projects, Promises Transformation

News 18  

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy asserted his government’s commitment to transforming Northern Andhra into a national employment hub, addressing the region’s previous neglect. Reddy laid the foundation stone for several development projects in Visakhapatnam and Vizianagaram districts, including the Bhogapuram International Airport, Vizag Tech Park Limited of Adani Group, Taraka Rama Thirtha Sagaram Project, and Chintapalli Fish …

Amaravati will remain as capital of Andhra Pradesh and no scope for three capitals: Chandrababu Naidu
1 year, 7 months ago

Amaravati will remain as capital of Andhra Pradesh and no scope for three capitals: Chandrababu Naidu

The Hindu  

Stating that the Amaravati will remain as only capital for Andhra Pradesh forever, Telugu Desam Party president N. Chandrababu Naidu criticised that Chief Minister Y.S. Mr. Naidu said that the farmers at Amaravati came forward and gave 33,000 acres under the Land Pooling Scheme, for the development of the capital city. Mr. Naidu said, “Had Mr. Jagan revealed his idea …

Jagan Reddy wealthiest, only Mamata not crorepati: List of richest CMs
1 year, 8 months ago

Jagan Reddy wealthiest, only Mamata not crorepati: List of richest CMs

Hindustan Times  

Andhra Pradesh chief minister Jagan Mohan Reddy is the wealthiest chief minister of the country with a total of ₹510 crore assets, according to poll affidavits analysed by the Association for Democratic Reforms. Jagan Mohan Reddy has a declared asset of ₹ 510 crore, according to ADR report. Name of CMs State Total assets Jagan Reddy Andhra Pradesh ₹ 510 …

Andhra Pradesh government committed to three capitals: Botsa Satyanarayana
1 year, 8 months ago

Andhra Pradesh government committed to three capitals: Botsa Satyanarayana

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Education minister Botsa Satyanarayana declared that Jagan Mohan Reddy government is committed to three capitals for AP. We will go to polls with the slogan of three capitals,” the minister asserted. He saw nothing wrong in the Jagan government allotting lands to the poor and middle classes in Amaravati for building their houses. If there is a communication gap …

Three Capitals: Sajjala slams Opposition
1 year, 8 months ago

Three Capitals: Sajjala slams Opposition

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Adviser to the government on public affairs, Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy, has asked the opposition parties including the BJP to explain why they are opposing decentralisation and how to achieve the impossible – of procuring Rs 1 lakh crore for the establishment of the capital in Amaravati. He clarified that the Jagan Reddy government increased annuity and was developing Amaravati …

Andhra Pradesh offers political stability, strong governance: Jagan
1 year, 9 months ago

Andhra Pradesh offers political stability, strong governance: Jagan

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: A Chief Minister who is just a phone call away and strong governance, besides political stability, is what we offer to the investors, said Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Speaking exclusively to Deccan Chronicle on the eve of Global Investors Summit, 2023, being held in the coastal city of Visakhapatnam, Chief Minister Reddy exuded confidence that Andhra Pradesh, which …

Jagan govt committed to 3-Capitals plan: Sajjala
1 year, 10 months ago

Jagan govt committed to 3-Capitals plan: Sajjala

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: State government adviser on public affairs, Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy, has said the Jagan-led government will not flinch from its policy of decentralized development. The opposition parties and their media are spreading falsehood and confusing the people about decentralization.” “The state administration was centralized at one place in the united AP state. When Jagan Mohan Reddy came to power, he …

Buggana clarifies on 3-capitals issue
1 year, 10 months ago

Buggana clarifies on 3-capitals issue

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Finance Minister Buggana Rajendranath has made some confusing comments about the three-capitals plan. Several attendees and investors asked various questions to the minister on Visakhapatnam as the capital. He clarified that the YSRC government has decided on Visakhapatnam as the next capital of AP. “That AP has three capitals is completely wrong.” He said that the reason for choosing …

Explained | Andhra Pradesh’s capital conundrum
1 year, 10 months ago

Explained | Andhra Pradesh’s capital conundrum

The Hindu  

The story so far: Ever since the State of Andhra Pradesh was bifurcated by the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act of 2014, creating the State of Telangana and the State of Andhra Pradesh, the issue of a capital city has always been a contentious issue for A.P. High Court gave a verdict stating that the State government should follow through with …

Dissident YSRCP MLA Kotamreddy backs demand for Amaravati as sole capital of Andhra Pradesh
1 year, 10 months ago

Dissident YSRCP MLA Kotamreddy backs demand for Amaravati as sole capital of Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu  

Dissident Nellore Rural MLA Kotamreddy Sridhar Reddy has backed the demand of Amaravati farmers for making Amaravati as the only capital of Andhra Pradesh. The MLA told a delegation of farmers leaders who met him on February 5 that he would join their struggle against the three-capital move of the YSR Congress Party government. Jagan Mohan Reddy is trying to …

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