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14 Jul2026

Andhra Pradesh Government Acquires Land for Amaravati Seed Axis Road

The Andhra Pradesh government has formally taken possession of 2.72 acres in Undavalli village for the construction of the Amaravati Seed Axis Road. This acquisition is crucial for the development of trunk infrastructure in the capital region. The move aims to prevent delays in key projects due to land acquisition issues, ensuring the capital's master plan is not stalled.

Source: The New Indian Express

10 Jun2026

Andhra Pradesh Government Promotes PPP Model for Infrastructure Development

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.

Source: The Times of India, Deccan Chronicle & 5 others

07 May2026

VMC Collects INR 267 Crore in Taxes for FY26, Exceeding Target

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.

Source: The Times of India

15 Apr2026

Vijayawada Municipal Corporation Proposes Ward Delimitation, Increasing Ward Count to 86

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.

Source: The Times of India

25 Feb2026

Vijayawada Gears Up for Major Infrastructure Overhaul

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.

Source: The Hindu

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