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Naidu Meets Amit Shah, Pushes for Amaravati's Statutory Capital Status

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi, urging the Centre to grant statutory status to Amaravati as the state's permanent capital through a Parliamentary Bill. The leaders reviewed key development initiatives and welfare schemes for Andhra Pradesh. Naidu also requested flexibility in the G-Ram-G scheme and expressed concerns over the financial burden from a revised 60:40 Centre-State funding ratio. The meeting also covered discussions on potential allocations for the state in the upcoming Union Budget.

Key Points: Naidu Seeks Statutory Status for Amaravati in Meeting with Amit Shah

  • Statutory status for Amaravati
  • Review of state projects & welfare
  • G-Ram-G scheme flexibility sought
  • Centre-State funding ratio concerns
  • Budget allocations discussed
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Chandrababu Naidu meets Amit Shah, seeks statutory status to Amaravati

Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu meets Union Home Minister Amit Shah, urges Centre to grant statutory status to Amaravati as state's permanent capital.

"formal legislative recognition of Amaravati would accelerate development and fulfil the aspirations of the people - N. Chandrababu Naidu"

Amaravati, Jan 7

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Wednesday and urged the Centre to accord statutory status to Amaravati as the permanent capital of the State.

The Chief Minister urged the Centre to grant statutory status to Amaravati by introducing a Bill in Parliament, terming it vital for the state's long-term development and stability.

The Chief Minister reached Delhi after a visit to Polavaram project site in the morning.

During the discussions, both leaders reviewed key development and welfare initiatives related to Andhra Pradesh.

Emphasising the need for policy certainty, the Chief Minister said formal legislative recognition of Amaravati would accelerate development and fulfil the aspirations of the people of Andhra Pradesh, while also strengthening investor confidence.

The Chief Minister also requested that the State be given some flexibility regarding certain aspects of the G-Ram-G scheme, which was recently enacted in place of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA).

The Chief Minister discussed the financial provisions of VB- G-RAM-G and explained to Amit Shah that changing the Central and State government funding ratio to 60:40 would negatively impact Andhra Pradesh, which is already facing financial difficulties.

He pointed out that the revised Centre-State funding ratio was placing an additional financial burden on Andhra Pradesh and could adversely affect implementation.

Seeking relief, the Chief Minister requested alternative financial support and flexibility, keeping in view the state's current fiscal situation. He acknowledged the Centre's support in helping Andhra Pradesh recover from financial stress and appealed for continued cooperation.

The meeting also covered discussions on ongoing development projects, welfare schemes, and recent developments in the state.

They also understood to have discussed issues related to allocations to Andhra Pradesh in the Union Budget.

Chandrababu Naidu, whose Telugu Desam Party (TDP) is a key partner in BJP-led NDA government at the Centre, reportedly sought allocations for various projects in the state.

- IANS

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Sarah B
While policy certainty is important, I hope this isn't just political posturing. The focus should be on the actual development of the region and ensuring the funds are used effectively for the people, not just on a legal title.
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Vikram M
The financial request is crucial. Changing the funding ratio for schemes like G-Ram-G from 90:10 to 60:40 is a huge burden for a state like AP. The Centre must support states in distress, not add to their problems. Jai Andhra!
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Priyanka N
It's good to see the CM fighting for the state's interests in Delhi. But let's be honest, will a "statutory status" actually speed up the construction on the ground? We need results, not just laws. Thousands of farmers gave their land for Amaravati.
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Rohit P
As someone from Vizag, I understand the need for a permanent capital decision. This uncertainty has hurt development across the entire state for years. Hope this meeting yields concrete results in the upcoming budget. 🤞
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Michael C
Interesting dynamic with TDP being part of the NDA. This should theoretically make it easier to get these requests heard. The proof will be in the budgetary allocations. The Polavaram project is also critical for the state's future.

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