Blue City a blend of infrastructure and environmental planning

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The ambitious project of developing a network of reservoirs and canals in Amaravati is aimed at not only mitigating flood risks but also enhancing urban livability and tourism potential of the capital region, say officials

Published - April 23, 2026 12:06 am IST - AMARAVATI

A part of Kondaveeti Vagu being developed in Amaravati capital city.

A part of Kondaveeti Vagu being developed in Amaravati capital city. | Photo Credit: T. VIJAY KUMAR

The ambitious Blue City concept of Amaravati is steadily taking shape with the development of a network of greenfield reservoirs and canals aimed at mitigating flood risks, while enhancing urban livability and tourism potential.

The integrated system includes the Neerukonda, Sakhamuru and Penumaka (Krishnayapalem) reservoirs, along with major canal works such as Kondaveeti Vagu, Pala Vagu and the Gravity Canal.

Published - April 23, 2026 12:06 am IST

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