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• Phase-I development works in Amaravati are progressing as scheduled and are expected to be completed by 2027, according to Andhra Pradesh Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister P. Narayana.
• The review covered government complexes, road infrastructure and Land Pooling Scheme (LPS) layouts, with officials reporting that key projects such as MLA quarters have been completed while several other buildings are nearing completion.
• The state government reiterated its commitment to developing Amaravati as Andhra Pradesh's sole capital, dismissing criticism over project delays and maintaining that construction is progressing according to the approved master plan.
• Amaravati's first phase forms part of a broader capital city development programme involving major administrative buildings, transport infrastructure and civic amenities, with the Centre also supporting the project through approved government office infrastructure.
The Andhra Pradesh government has reaffirmed that Phase-I construction of Amaravati, the state's capital city, is progressing according to schedule and remains on track for completion by 2027. Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister P. Narayana said the ongoing works are advancing as planned, dismissing allegations of delays and reiterating the government's commitment to developing Amaravati as the state's permanent capital.
The assurance came after the minister conducted a comprehensive review meeting with senior officials of the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) and representatives of various contracting agencies overseeing capital city projects. The review assessed the progress of government buildings, arterial road networks, utility infrastructure and Land Pooling Scheme (LPS) layouts currently under execution across the capital region.
According to Narayana, several important components of the first phase have either been completed or are nearing completion. He stated that the MLA residential quarters have already been finished, while construction of the MLC residential complex and towers designated for All India Services (AIS) officers is expected to conclude shortly. These facilities form part of the broader administrative infrastructure being developed to support the functioning of the state government in Amaravati.
The minister rejected criticism regarding the pace and cost of construction, arguing that comparisons between landmark government buildings and conventional structures were misleading. He maintained that Amaravati is being developed as a planned capital city with world-class civic infrastructure and public institutions, requiring specialised design and engineering standards. He also asserted that political criticism would not affect the government's determination to complete the project within the prescribed timeline.
Amaravati remains one of India's most ambitious greenfield capital city projects. Following the enactment of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Act, 2026, the city has been reaffirmed as the state's sole official capital, ending years of uncertainty surrounding its status. The capital is being developed through a phased approach that includes government offices, residential complexes, transport corridors, utility networks and social infrastructure.
The project has also received support from the Central Government. In June 2026, the Union Cabinet approved the construction of a Central Government General Pool Office Accommodation complex in Amaravati, reinforcing the city's role as the administrative centre of Andhra Pradesh. The proposed office complex will house multiple central government departments and complement the state's ongoing capital development programme.
Infrastructure works currently underway include the development of major roads, drainage systems, water supply, electricity distribution and public buildings within the capital region. Officials have indicated that regular progress reviews are being conducted to ensure contractors adhere to construction schedules and quality standards. The government believes timely completion of these projects will accelerate administrative operations and encourage private investment in the region.
With construction activities gathering momentum, the Andhra Pradesh government continues to position Amaravati as a modern administrative, economic and institutional hub. Completion of the first phase by 2027 is expected to provide the core infrastructure required for the city's long-term expansion while reinforcing its role as the state's permanent capital.
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