30 Mar 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) has entered into a land sale agreement with Southern Globe Hotels and Resorts Ltd. for setting up a four-star Courtyard by Marriott hotel in Amaravati. The project involves an investment of around INR 140 crore and will include about 150 rooms. Located in Lingayapalem village, the development is expected to create nearly 200 jobs and improve hospitality infrastructure in the capital region. The company has been given defined timelines for approvals, construction, and project completion, aligning with the broader plan to strengthen Amaravati's urban and economic ecosystem.Read more

29 Mar 2026

An on-site review of ongoing development works in Amaravati was carried out by S.V.R. Srinivas, Managing Director of AGICL. The inspection covered major projects including the MLA/MLC housing, minister bungalows, and judges and secretaries residences. A review meeting was also held with project representatives from KMV and BSR to assess construction progress and resolve issues. The review extended to AGC roads and underground utility works, which are key to the city's integrated infrastructure, with emphasis placed on timelines, quality standards, and coordinated execution across agencies.Read more

29 Mar 2026

Construction at the Amaravati Government Complex has moved into a key phase with the start of corner node installation for the Secretariat and HOD Towers. The work, part of the advanced diagrid structural system for Towers 3 and 4, is being executed by Larsen & Toubro. Officials from the state government and project authorities marked the beginning with traditional rituals. This stage is important for structural strength and design efficiency. The development reflects ongoing efforts to build modern administrative infrastructure and strengthen Amaravati's position as a planned capital city.Read more

28 Mar 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority has formalised a long-term lease agreement with the Andhra Pradesh State Institute of Rural Development & Panchayat Raj for setting up a dedicated training campus in Amaravati. Spread across over five acres in Kuragallu and Nowluru villages, the project aims to strengthen institutional capacity, improve governance training, and support rural development initiatives. With a 60-year lease tenure and defined construction timelines, the campus is expected to enhance administrative skills and align with the state's broader development focus on capacity building and public service efficiency.Read more

22 Mar 2026

Returnable plots were allotted to farmers who contributed land for the Seed Axis Road in Amaravati. In an e-lottery held earlier this week at the APCRDA office in Rayapudi, 17 plots were allocated to 10 farmers from Undavalli village. The allotment included both residential and commercial plots. The process was conducted transparently through an online randomisation system in the presence of farmers, followed by a trial run and live draw. Provisional certificates were issued, and officials advised beneficiaries to complete registration and seek assistance for plot identification.Read more

22 Mar 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) has executed a lease agreement with NTPC Limited for setting up a facility in Amaravati. The agreement was signed by Jubin Cheeran Roy, Joint Director (Estates), APCRDA, and Kundaram Pawan Kumar, authorised signatory for NTPC Limited. The move is expected to support institutional and infrastructure growth in the capital region. Amaravati is being planned as a hub for key government institutions and organisations. The entry of a central public sector enterprise such as NTPC is likely to add credibility to the city's development plans and strengthen long-term infrastructure and energy-related initiatives in the region.Read more

21 Mar 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) recently conducted an e-lottery at its Amaravati project office to allot returnable plots to farmers who contributed land under the Land Pooling Scheme (LPS) for the development of the capital city. A total of 167 eligible farmers received 328 plots, including residential and commercial parcels. The allotments included newly identified plots, pending returnable plots and alternate plots given due to planning constraints. The process was carried out through an online randomised system in the presence of beneficiaries. Officials also advised farmers to complete registration and assured assistance for locating plot boundaries.Read more

21 Mar 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) has signed an agreement for sale with XLRI Xavier School of Management to establish a new campus in Amaravati. The institute plans to develop the campus on a 61.7-acre land parcel with an estimated investment of around INR 300 crore. In its first phase, the campus will accommodate about 1,000 students and offer executive education programmes for around 200 professionals. The project is expected to strengthen Amaravati's education ecosystem and support the state government's plan to position the capital region as a hub for reputed national and international educational institutions.Read more

18 Mar 2026

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) has entered into an Agreement for Sale of Land with Kandhari Hotels Private Limited for the development of a three-star hotel in Amaravati. The company plans to invest around INR 80 crore to establish the hotel, which will enhance the city's hospitality facilities and serve visitors, business travellers, and institutions. APCRDA allocated 1 acre of land in Thulluru village for this project. Officials noted that such investments will support Amaravati's growth as an administrative and economic center while boosting tourism, employment, and the service sector.Read more

17 Mar 2026

The State Government is enhancing emergency services in Amaravati by constructing fire stations at key locations. A new station will be established on a 50-cent site at Nelapadu within the Amaravati Government Complex, home to major administrative offices. Director General of Fire Services P. V. Ramana laid the foundation stone, with construction managed by the AP Police Housing Corporation at a cost of INR 1.28 crore. The project is set for completion by November 2026, reflecting the government's commitment to strengthening fire safety infrastructure.Read more

17 Mar 2026

A quarterly meeting of the Grievance Redressal Committee (GRC) was recently conducted at the headquarters of Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority in Rayapudi to review complaints and operational issues related to ongoing development works in the capital region. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Collector and Grievance Redressal Mechanism nodal officer P. Jayashree and attended by grievance officers and member secretaries from various committees. Discussions focused on labour welfare, wage-related complaints, safety awareness for residents and students, and compliance with traffic and operational guidelines at project sites across Amaravati.Read more

15 Mar 2026

Managing Director of Amaravati Growth & Infrastructure Corporation Limited, SVR Srinivas, recently inspected major construction works underway in the capital city of Amaravati. The visit covered key sites within the Amaravati Government Complex including the Legislative Assembly building, Lok Bhavan and the Happy Nest residential project. During the visit, the Managing Director assessed construction progress and held review discussions with contractors and engineering teams involved in the developments. Officials briefed him on the status of the works. He instructed teams to maintain quality standards and complete the projects within the planned timelines set for the capital's infrastructure development.Read more

14 Mar 2026

Development of educational infrastructure in Amaravati has moved forward with the completion of a lease agreement between Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) and Touch Stone Educational Foundation for setting up Basil Woods International School. The school will be built on around four acres with an investment of about INR 40 crore and will cater to students from kindergarten to Class 12. Planned with international standards, the campus will include modern classrooms, laboratories, sports infrastructure and other facilities. The institution is expected to accommodate nearly 2,000 students and contribute to employment generation while strengthening Amaravati's position as an emerging education hub.Read more

14 Mar 2026

AGICL Managing Director SVR Srinivas carried out inspections at major construction projects in Amaravati, including the Gazetted Officers Housing, Amaravati Government Complex Infra, and GAD Tower 1 and 2. During the visits, he engaged with contractors and engineering teams to assess progress and understand project updates. Following the site inspections, he conducted a detailed review session to ensure that construction work adheres to set quality standards and timelines. This initiative reflects AGICL's focus on maintaining efficient and high-quality infrastructure development in the capital.Read more

14 Mar 2026

Malaxmi Infra Ventures India Pvt. Ltd. has begun work on a five-star DoubleTree by Hilton hotel and an adjoining convention center in Amaravati. Spanning six and a half acres, the project will include 200 hotel rooms and a convention facility accommodating 10,000 people, with a total investment of INR 330 crore. Key officials and dignitaries attended the Bhumi Pooja, marking a significant addition to Amaravati's hospitality and event infrastructure.Read more

13 Mar 2026

IDBI Bank has moved ahead with plans to establish a new office in Amaravati after signing a lease agreement with the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA). The bank has been allotted 0.4 acres of land in Uddandarayunipalem where it plans to develop its office with an investment of about INR 50 crore. The project is expected to generate around 200 employment opportunities. Officials from IDBI Bank and APCRDA completed the agreement and registration process in the presence of senior representatives, marking another institutional investment in the developing capital region.Read more

10 Mar 2026

Amaravati Growth & Infrastructure Corporation Ltd. Managing Director S. V. R. Srinivas conducted an on-site inspection of key infrastructure and institutional projects underway in Amaravati to review progress and ensure timely execution. The visit included inspections of the MLA and MLC Housing projects, the NGO Housing project, and the High Court development site. During the review, Srinivas also held discussions with project representatives regarding the construction of bungalows for judges, ministers and secretaries. The inspection further covered the progress of Amaravati Government Complex (AGC) roads and underground utilities works, which form a core component of the city's integrated infrastructure network. Emphasising quality and adherence to timelines, Srinivas directed officials and contractors to accelerate construction activities while ensuring coordination across departments involved in the development of Amaravati.Read more

10 Mar 2026

Farmers and residents from the Amaravati Capital Region recently submitted petitions during a Grievance Day programme organised at the headquarters of the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority in Rayapudi. A total of 23 complaints were recorded, most of them related to land matters, including issues concerning returnable plots and land pooling. APCRDA Commissioner K. Kannababu reviewed the petitions and stated that each case would be examined and resolved at the earliest. Officials also reiterated that the grievance programme would continue every Saturday, while the Citizen Grievance Centre will accept petitions on all working days.Read more

10 Mar 2026

An agreement has been registered for the establishment of the India International University of Legal Education and Research (IIULER) in Amaravati, marking a new addition to the region's education infrastructure. The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority has allotted 55 acres of land at Sakhamuru in the capital city for the project. The university will be developed by the Bar Council of India Trust PEARL FIRST with a planned investment of around INR 300 crore in phases. The project is expected to support legal education, research and international academic collaboration while also creating employment opportunities and strengthening the academic ecosystem in Amaravati.Read more

08 Mar 2026

Chinmaya Vidyalaya is set to be established in Amaravati with a Bhumi Pooja and foundation stone laying ceremony conducted by Swami Swaroopananda, the Global Head of Chinmaya Mission. Minister Nadendla Manohar and MLA Tenali Sravan Kumar attended the event, showing support for the new school. The institution will occupy 3 acres in Nelapadu and is expected to strengthen the educational framework in the capital. Officials also provided detailed explanations of layouts related to the Negotiated Settlement Policy in Mandam village, highlighting careful planning and execution for the project.Read more