Labbipet, Vijayawada

The state government is actively encouraging Public-Private Partnership (PPP) models for infrastructure projects. Across Andhra Pradesh, infrastructure projects worth approximately Rs 20,000 crore are underway.Vijayawada is set to benefit from projects under the Urban Challenge Fund, with plans to secure approvals for additional projects valued at around Rs 12,000 crore.

The Vijayawada Municipal Corporation (VMC) has reported tax collections of approximately INR 267 crore for the financial year 2025-26, surpassing its target of INR 265 crore.The improved tax collection is expected to support the VMC's expenditure on essential services like water supply, sanitation, and urban infrastructure, potentially leading to better civic amenities.

The Vijayawada Municipal Corporation (VMC) has prepared a draft proposal to increase the number of wards from 64 to 86. This delimitation aims to ensure each ward has an electorate of approximately 8,000 to 10,000 citizens. The draft will be made public for suggestions before finalization, potentially leading to better representation and service delivery in local governance.

Vijayawada MP Kesineni Sivanath announced a coordinated action plan to address urban issues, ahead of the formation of the Greater Vijayawada Municipal Corporation. .While , Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has instructed that three major canals be aesthetically developed and mini Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) established at underground drainage convergence points.