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Andhra Minister Thanks PM Modi as Amaravati Gets Legal Capital Status

The Lok Sabha has passed the Amaravati Capital Bill, granting legal status to Amaravati as the capital of Andhra Pradesh. State Education Minister Nara Lokesh personally thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the Centre's pivotal role in ensuring the bill's passage. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu hailed the development as a historic and emotional moment fulfilling the aspirations of millions. The bill's approval is seen as a defining milestone that reaffirms Amaravati as the state's permanent capital.

Key Points: Amaravati Granted Legal Capital Status: Andhra Leaders Thank Centre

  • Lok Sabha passes Amaravati Capital Bill
  • Nara Lokesh thanks PM Modi for leadership
  • Bill grants Amaravati legal capital status
  • CM Naidu calls it a historic moment
  • Step seen as strong state-centre coordination
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Andhra Education Minister Nara Lokesh thanks Central government for granting legal status to Amaravati

Andhra Education Minister Nara Lokesh thanks PM Modi as Lok Sabha passes bill granting Amaravati legal status as the state's sole capital.

"Today marks a truly historic and deeply emotional moment for my state. - N Chandrababu Naidu"

New Delhi, April 2

The Amaravati Capital Bill was passed with a full majority in the Lok Sabha, officially granting Amaravati legal status as the state capital on Thursday.

Following this development, Andhra Pradesh Minister for Education and IT, Nara Lokesh, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership and commitment to ensuring the passage of the bill.

He acknowledged the Centre's pivotal role in bringing together support from across political parties in favour of Andhra Pradesh.

Following a detailed discussion in the Lok Sabha, the Amaravati Bill was approved, marking a crucial milestone in the state's journey toward having a permanent capital.

Immediately after the bill was passed in the Lok Sabha, Minister Lokesh rushed to New Delhi and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Parliament. On behalf of the people of Andhra Pradesh, he personally conveyed his thanks for the Centre's steadfast support in granting legal backing to Amaravati.

According to TDP, this development is being seen as a defining moment for Andhra Pradesh, reaffirming confidence in Amaravati as the state's sole and permanent capital while signalling strong coordination between the state and the Centre.

Earlier, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu termed the passage of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha as a "historic and deeply emotional moment," welcoming the recognition of Amaravati as the state's sole capital.

In a post on X, Naidu said, "Today marks a truly historic and deeply emotional moment for my state. With the passage of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha, recognising #Amaravati as our sole Praja Rajadhani, the collective aspirations of millions have found expression on the floor of the nation's Parliament. On behalf of my people of Andhra Pradesh, I express my heartfelt gratitude to the Union NDA Government led by Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji for making this moment possible and for taking this decisive step towards securing our capital. I also extend my sincere thanks to every Party and Hon'ble Member of Parliament who spoke in support of the Bill. It was truly heartening to witness unity across party lines in support of Andhra Pradesh and in recognition of the sacrifices made by our farmers. I sincerely hope that the Bill will receive similar support in the Rajya Sabha. @narendramodi."

- ANI

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Sarah B
It's good to see cross-party support on such a crucial issue for the state's development. The farmers who gave their land for Amaravati must feel a sense of justice now.
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Vikram M
While I welcome the decision, I hope this legal status translates into actual, on-ground development and job creation for the people of AP. We've seen many announcements before. The focus now must be execution.
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Priya S
This is a historic day for our state! A permanent capital will attract so much investment. Heartfelt thanks to PM Modi and CM Naidu for working together. The coordination between state and centre is promising. 💫
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Rohit P
Good step, but let's not forget the massive costs and delays already incurred due to the earlier confusion. Hope the government ensures transparent spending from here on. The taxpayers' money needs to be used wisely.
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Kavya N
As someone from Vijayawada, I'm relieved. The uncertainty was affecting everything - real estate, business plans, even school admissions! Now we can plan our lives properly. Jai Hind!

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