Will Amaravati Finally Get Its Official Status as Andhra Pradesh's Capital?

In a pivotal move, Andhra Pradesh's Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has introduced a resolution in the Legislative Assembly to officially recognize Amaravati as the state capital. This initiative aims to eliminate years of uncertainty and provide legal clarity regarding the capital's status. The resolution seeks amendments to the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, emphasizing the need for statutory backing to protect the investments made by farmers and ensure the city's development. With significant financial support from both state and central governments, the Amaravati project is poised to become a world-class urban center. Read on to learn more about this landmark decision and its implications for the future of Amaravati.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 28, 2026, 15:42 IST

A Historic Resolution for Amaravati

Amaravati: In a significant step to eliminate years of uncertainty regarding its status, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu introduced a pivotal resolution in the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly on Saturday, calling on the central government to officially recognize Amaravati as the state capital.

A special session of the Assembly was organized to discuss and approve this resolution, marking a crucial advancement towards establishing long-term legal clarity concerning the capital city.

During his speech, the Chief Minister highlighted that true legal certainty can only be attained through amendments to the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act of 2014.

The Assembly has resolved to urge the Government of India to modify Section 5 of the Act by adding the phrase 'at Amaravati' to sub-section (2).

Additionally, the resolution aims to broaden the legal definition to specify that Amaravati includes all regions officially designated under the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) Act of 2014.

This legislative initiative is set against the backdrop of an ambitious urban development project that began over ten years ago.

The Amaravati capital initiative is projected to cost around Rs 64,000 crore, with the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority overseeing its implementation.

In a remarkable effort, approximately 30,000 farmers voluntarily contributed over 34,000 acres of fertile land for the creation of a greenfield city.

This extensive land reserve was designed to facilitate the establishment of a world-class city, circumventing the usual delays linked to land acquisition.

Financially, the project has attracted substantial backing from both state and central governments, along with various other entities.

The central government has pledged a financial package of Rs 15,000 crore for capital development, of which roughly Rs 4,200 crore has already been disbursed. Additionally, international organizations like the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank have provided loans amounting to about Rs 13,500 crore.

Domestic financial institutions, such as HUDCO, have also contributed with a credit line of Rs 11,000 crore to revive stalled infrastructure projects.

In closing, Chief Minister Naidu appealed to all Assembly members to endorse the resolution, asserting that statutory recognition is essential to safeguard the aspirations of the populace and the investments made by countless farmers.