In 2015, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy agreed to the establishment of Andhra Pradesh’s capital in Amaravati when the AP Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu, approved it. For the establishment of the capital, farmers in 29 villages of Guntur and Krishna districts gave up their fertile agricultural lands. Over 29,000 farmers contributed 33,000 acres of land, believing in Nara Chandrababu Naidu’s vision. However, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy’s three-capital plan hindered progress in the Amaravati region. His decision led to 1,631 days of protests from farmers and the people who wished to see the state developed.
With Nara Chandrababu Naidu being elected Chief Minister for the fourth time in 2024, hopes have been revived of witnessing the rise of a world-class capital once again. The state is now set for the revival of Amaravati, the soul of Andhra Pradesh. On May 2nd, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Amaravati to lay the foundation for ₹64,000 crore worth of CRDA-approved projects.
Originally envisioned as a climate-resilient, green capital, Amaravati has been neglected by the previous government for political reasons. This global capital aligns with India’s broader commitment to clean energy and climate action. According to officials, Amaravati is being built as a sustainable, future-ready city with a strong focus on renewable energy and energy-efficient infrastructure. It is set to make history by aiming to become the world’s first city powered entirely by renewable energy, with officials working to build an ultra-modern yet environmentally sustainable people’s capital.
After years of neglect, with weeds replacing vertical gardens, Amaravati is now ready for its second chance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu are set to fulfill the promise they made in 2015, to make the people of Andhra Pradesh proud by building a world-class capital and attracting global investments.