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Andhra Pradesh cabinet approves ₹124.5 crore new Bhavan in Delhi amid multiple Amaravati projects
The Andhra Pradesh state cabinet approved a new Bhavan building in New Delhi at ₹124.50 crore, to be developed on Ashoka Road. It also sanctioned several large-scale infrastructure and policy measures for Amaravati, including flood protections, integrated secretariat and HoD towers, twin office towers in Quantum Valley, assembly civil works, Undavalli infrastructure, amendments to the LPS, and land allocations for TDP district offices and a DRDO-backed defence unit.
Why It Matters
The decisions reflect a strategic expansion of Andhra Pradesh’s administrative presence in Delhi, accelerated development of Amaravati’s civic and institutional infrastructure, and reforms in land pooling and defense manufacturing that could affect regional governance and investment.
Timeline
9 Events
Land allocation for DRDO-supervised defence manufacturing unit in Puttaparthi
April 30, 2026
The cabinet approved allocation of approximately 600 acres of land in Puttaparthi, Sri Sathya Sai district, for a defence manufacturing unit to be established under the supervision of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
Lease of government land for TDP district offices
April 30, 2026
The cabinet approved allocation of government land on a 33-year lease at a nominal lease amount of ₹1,000 per acre per year for construction of district offices of the Telugu Desam Party in Vizianagaram, Prakasam, Kurnool, Rajamahendravaram, Eluru and Parvathipuram.
Amaravati Capital Region Land Pooling Scheme amendments
April 30, 2026
The cabinet approved amendments to the Amaravati Capital Region Land Pooling Scheme (Formulation & Implementation) Rules, 2025, aimed at enhancing annuity payments, simplifying loan waiver cut-off dates, and streamlining procedural mechanisms for effective implementation.
Infrastructure development in Undavalli village (Zone-11) of Amaravati
April 30, 2026
The cabinet approved ₹580 crore for infrastructure development in Undavalli village under Zone-11 of Amaravati. Works include roads, drainage, water supply, sewage systems, ICT utility ducts, reuse water pipelines, sewage treatment plants, and avenue plantations. The project will be funded through APCRDA and executed with a two-year defect liability period.
Civil works for the Amaravati Legislative Assembly building
April 30, 2026
The cabinet sanctioned ₹798 crore for civil works related to the legislative assembly building in Amaravati, including the spire, parking ring, roof structures, and approach bridges over Palavagu.
Shell and core construction for twin office towers in Quantum Valley
April 30, 2026
The cabinet sanctioned ₹1,208.41 crore for the shell and core construction of twin office towers (T1 & T2) in Amaravati’s Quantum Valley project. Tenders will be invited under a lump sum contract system.
Advanced construction works for Integrated AP Secretariat and HoD towers
April 30, 2026
The cabinet approved a combined administrative approval of ₹2,540 crore for advanced construction works including glass cladding, atrium, skylight canopies, PV panels, and BMU system for the Integrated AP Secretariat and Heads of Departments towers in Amaravati.
Revised sanctions for Krishna River flood protection in Amaravati
April 30, 2026
The cabinet approved revised administrative sanctions worth ₹443.26 crore to strengthen and construct flood protection works along the right bank of the Krishna River in Amaravati. The project scope changed from retaining walls to embankment works, with fresh tenders to be invited through APCRDA.
Approval for new Andhra Pradesh Bhavan in New Delhi
April 30, 2026
The cabinet approved constructing a new Andhra Pradesh Bhavan in New Delhi at an estimated cost of ₹124.50 crore, to be built on 11.536 acres within the Ashoka Road premises. NBCC (India) Limited will handle design and construction. The building will include modern amenities while reflecting Andhra Pradesh’s culture and heritage.