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**Amaravati Development Accelerates as CRDA Approves Land Acquisition and Major Projects**

**VIJAYAWADA, July 5, 2025** – The Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA) of Andhra Pradesh, chaired by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, has given the green light to a series of significant development projects aimed at boosting infrastructure and attracting investment to Amaravati. The 50th CRDA meeting, held on Saturday, approved the acquisition of 20,494 acres of land across eight villages in the Guntur district to facilitate the construction of essential infrastructure for the new capital city.

The CRDA has also authorized the issuance of Requests for Proposals (RfPs) for mixed development projects, including high-density residential zones, spanning nearly 58 acres. This move is expected to attract developers and provide housing options within the capital region.

Adding to Amaravati’s amenities, the CRDA approved the allocation of 2.5 acres of land each for world-class convention centers near prominent hotels, including Vivanta, Hilton, Hyatt Regency and Novotel . Furthermore, authorization was granted for dredging sand from the Krishna River upstream of the Prakasam Barrage for the next two years to supply the 16 million cubic meters of sand required for ongoing construction projects valued at ₹49,040 crore.

In a major boost to healthcare, education, and sports, the CRDA approved land allotments to several key institutions, including KIMS Medical and Hospital (25 acres), the Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy and MSK Prasad International Cricket Academy (12 acres each), and Basil Woods International School (4 acres). Land was also allocated to government agencies like the State Forensic Science Laboratory, Central Bureau of Investigation, and Income Tax Department, as well as banks and political organizations.

Infrastructure improvements are also on the horizon, with the CRDA approving the construction of a four-lane Rail Over Bridge (ROB) near Mangalagiri. Some previous land allotments were revoked due to lack of progress. The meeting also addressed cultural initiatives, with plans approved for memorials dedicated to Alluri Sitharama Raju and Potti Sriramulu in Amaravati.

Chief Minister Naidu urged officials to expedite the development process, drawing parallels to the rapid construction of the State Secretariat in 2014-19. He also emphasized the importance of closely monitoring the proposal for the Amaravati airport with the Central government. The meeting was attended by key officials, including Municipal Administration Minister P. Narayana, Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand, and CRDA Commissioner K. Kanna Babu.

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