Amaravati Declared Sole Capital of Andhra Pradesh by CM Naidu

• Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced Amaravati as the new capital of the state on April 7.
• Naidu, after returning to power in 2024, reversed the previous government's decision for three capitals.
• The state legislative assembly passed a resolution on March 28, requesting the Centre to amend Section 5 of the Reorganisation Act.
• The amendment aims to incorporate "Amaravati" as the new capital of Andhra Pradesh, effective from June 2, 2024.
• This move provides statutory clarity regarding the capital, which was not explicitly mentioned for Andhra Pradesh in the original Reorganisation Act.

Key Questions Answered

What changes will Amaravati's sole capital status bring?

Amaravati's designation as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh is expected to bring clarity to governance and planning.

How will this impact Andhra Pradesh's development plans?

The declaration of Amaravati as the sole and permanent capital of Andhra Pradesh is expected to stabilize the investment climate and allow for the full-scale development of the city.

Could the capital decision be challenged again?

Yes, the capital decision could be challenged again. Former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy stated that the capital can be changed again.