Amaravati’s ambition has outgrown its boundaries – expansion is no longer a choice, it’s a necessity.
Why Amaravati Needs 44,000 More Acres???
The Andhra Pradesh government is moving forward with plans to acquire an additional 44,000 acres of land to transform Amaravati into a large, well-developed capital city. This renewed focus aims to position Amaravati as the central capital with enhanced infrastructure, including better roads, modern buildings, and public facilities.
Between 2014 and 2019, under the leadership of Chandrababu Naidu, the state had already pooled 34,241 acres from around 29,881 farmers across 29 villages in the Guntur district. This initial effort was intended to build the new capital city of Amaravati. However, the project slowed significantly after a new government proposed a three-capital model, which shifted focus away from Amaravati as the sole administrative center.
Now, with plans being revived, the requirement for more land has become critical. A major reason is the proposed international airport, which alone demands approximately 5,000 acres. Additionally, extensive land is required for supporting infrastructure like wide roads, underground drainage, water supply, and other essential civic amenities. The expanded vision for Amaravati includes integrating neighboring regions such as Mangalagiri, Tadepalli, Guntur, and Vijayawada to create a larger metropolitan area.
Land is also needed for setting up government offices, educational institutions, business centers, markets, and public utility spaces that will help boost the local economy. Furthermore, a significant portion of land will be reserved for parks, green zones, and flood protection infrastructure, which reduces the usable area for buildings—making additional land acquisition essential.
To fulfill this requirement, the AP Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) has identified 11 villages in the Thulluru, Amaravati, Tadepalli, and Mangalagiri regions. These areas are strategically located near key project zones and are considered optimal for new developments.
Currently, the government has already initiated work on 68 infrastructure projects with a combined investment of ₹42,360 crore. These projects include housing for government employees, construction of main trunk roads, internal road layouts, and landmark government buildings. The acquisition of 44,000 more acres is expected to accelerate this transformation and establish Amaravati as a world-class capital city.
