Published Apr 05, 2026 | 1:20 PM ⚊ Updated Apr 05, 2026 | 1:20 PM
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu.
Synopsis: CM N Chandrababu Naidu, after the passage of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2026, urged deadline-driven execution of Amaravati capital works worth ₹57,821 crore. At a review meeting, he stressed speed, quality, accountability, local manpower use, uninterrupted material supply, and safety, warning contractors against negligence while reaffirming funds availability and Amaravati’s vision as a model, future-ready capital city.
Immediately after the overhang on the capital status for Amaravati lifted with the passage of the Bill for an amendment to the Andhra Pradesh Reorganiation (Amendment) Bill 2026, CM N Chandrababu Naidu has called for a sharper, deadline-driven execution of works in the Amaravati capital region.
At a high level review meeting on Saturday, 4 April, he said that timely completion is critical for showcasing progress at the national level. Naidu combined urgency with caution—pressing for speed while warning against quality compromises and administrative lapses.
He underlined the fact that Amaravati must not only be completed on schedule but also emerge as a model capital city.
“The construction of Amaravati capital must be completed as per schedule. All works should move at a faster pace so that the PM can inaugurate the project,” Naidu said.
Officials informed the CM that works worth Rs 57,821 crore are currently under various stages of execution of which works worth Rs 50,943 crore having already been grounded. The review covered a wide spectrum—housing, arterial roads, trunk infrastructure, Land Pooling Scheme (LPS) amenities, and iconic structures including the Assembly, High Court, and Secretariat.
While acknowledging the large workforce—about 20,000 workers and experts engaged in construction, he expressed dissatisfaction with delays by certain contractors. “Weekly and monthly targets must be fixed and strictly adhered to,” he said, stressing accountability in execution.
When it was brought to his notice that the contractors had attributed delays partly to labour shortages, citing the impact of elections in various states which had drawn workers back to their native regions, Naidu, however, asked them to utilise locally available skilled manpower.
“Utilise locally available skilled manpower to the maximum extent,” he advised. Naidu, hoped that this approach, if implemented effectively, could also generate local employment and stabilise project timelines.
In a significant reassurance, Naidu reiterated that there is no shortage of funds for Amaravati construction. “There is no shortage of funds. Contractors handling multiple projects must sharpen their focus,” Naidu said, indicating that execution efficiency, not resource availability, is now the key challenge.
He also emphasised the need for quality, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. He pushed for green energy integration and use of advanced construction technologies.
A notable aspect of the review was the CM’s strong reaction to recent fire mishaps in the capital region. He expressed concern over what he described as negligence by construction agencies in safeguarding materials.
“Such lapses are making government face flak. Both contractors and officials failed to respond adequately,” he said, adding a political dimension to operational failures.
In a politically sensitive environment, Naidu cautioned, even minor incidents would be amplified by those who want to derail the process.
He directed agencies to establish immediate alert systems for untoward incidents and insisted on appointing competent project managers. “Negligence will not be tolerated under any circumstances,” he asserted, making it clear that there will be punitive action if lapses persist.
The CM also focused on logistics, particularly the uninterrupted supply of critical materials like sand and gravel. Any disruption in supply chains, he noted, could derail timelines.
“Ensure uninterrupted supply of sand and gravel. Shortages must not cause delays,” he instructed. He further warned of strict action against individuals or groups creating hurdles in material movement.
To address bottlenecks, Naidu asked senior officials to coordinate closely with district administrations in Krishna, Guntur, and NTR districts, key regions linked to Amaravati’s development.
Naidu reiterated that the capital must embody innovation and excellence, in line with long-term urban planning goals.
“Amaravati must be developed as a future-ready city with innovation and excellence,” he said, calling the project both a governance priority and a symbol of Andhra Pradesh’s aspirations.
