After Lok Sabha, Amravati Capital Bill Cleared In Rajya Sabha; CM Naidu Calls It 'Historic'

Last Updated:April 02, 2026, 17:05 IST

Parliament passes Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Amendment Bill 2026 unanimously, firmly establishing Amaravati as sole capital.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday termed the passage of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in Parliament as a “historic and defining moment" for the state, saying it firmly establishes Amaravati as the sole capital.

The Bill was passed unanimously in both Houses of Parliament, a development Naidu said reflects the “collective will and aspirations" of the people of Andhra Pradesh at the national level.

“This is a historic and defining moment for Andhra Pradesh. With the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 being passed unanimously in both Houses of Parliament, the collective will and aspirations of our people have found a resounding voice at the national level," he said.

Naidu also expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his “unwavering support and steadfast commitment" to the state’s aspirations. He noted the Prime Minister’s role in backing Amaravati from laying its foundation stone on October 22, 2015, to “reinvigorating its progress" and reaffirming its vision on May 2, 2025.

He further thanked Union Home Minister Amit Shah and the Centre for their role in taking the legislation forward, along with Members of Parliament across parties for extending support beyond political differences.

Reflecting on the state’s journey since bifurcation, Naidu said Andhra Pradesh had faced uncertainty without a capital, and credited the “sacrifice, trust, and resilience" of Amaravati’s farmers for sustaining the vision of building the city.

“After the bifurcation, Andhra Pradesh stood without a capital facing many challenges and uncertainties. Through these times, it was the unparalleled sacrifice, trust, and resilience of Amaravati’s farmers that kept this dream alive. This moment is a tribute to them," he said.

Naidu said the decision would bring long-awaited stability to the state and usher in a new phase of “empowerment, confidence, and progress" for its people.

“Amaravati’s status as the capital is now firmly secured, beyond doubt, beyond debate, and beyond change. Amaravati is unstoppable, the heart of Andhra Pradesh and a future pride of the nation," he added.

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