Nine proposals, including Gold Cluster in Mangalagiri, get CRDA nod

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Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to ensure that Amaravati’s development projects reflect iconic designs and international standards. 

Chairing the 51st CRDA meeting on Monday, the Chief Minister emphasised that the proposed bridge across the Krishna river should feature world-class architecture, including design inspirations from the traditional Kuchipudi dance form. He also instructed that world-class infrastructure and a dedicated ecosystem be created around the cluster.

The CRDA approved nine major proposals, including the establishment of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to execute key projects such as the greenfield airport, NTR statue, sports city, smart industries, riverfront development, inner ring road, and ropeway.

A major highlight was the approval for the Gold Cluster at Atmakur, Mangalagiri, spread over 78 acres, to be developed under the Land Pooling Scheme (LPS). The cluster, including a Gems and Jewellery Park, is expected to attract investments worth ₹5,000 crore and create 20,000 jobs.

Infra works

The authority also sanctioned ₹904 crore for critical infrastructure works, including drainage, drinking water supply, and civic amenities, across 29 capital region villages. It further cleared a proposal to remove the term ‘Assigned’ from ownership certificates issued under the land pooling scheme.

For urban infrastructure, CRDA approved ₹411 crore for a Sewage Treatment Plant and ₹376.6 crore for a Water Distribution Centre. Additional land allocations were cleared for VIT University (100 acres) and SRM University (100 acres).

Mr. Naidu instructed officials to expedite all works in mission mode, keep project details updated online for transparency, and ensure that Amaravati attains a visible shape within this season. He highlighted Amaravati’s unique geographic advantages and stressed that all projects must be economically viable and iconic in nature.

Municipal Administration Minister P. Narayana, Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand, and senior officials from the CRDA and related departments were present.