Naidu Defends Amaravati's Future, Dismisses YSRCP Criticism as Uninformed
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu asserted on Friday that the ongoing development of Amaravati itself serves as a comprehensive rebuttal to the criticism leveled by YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy regarding the capital's viability. Speaking informally with reporters at the party headquarters in Vijayawada, Naidu emphasized that Amaravati's progress is an unstoppable, continuous process.
Hyderabad and Bengaluru Cited as Blueprints for Success
Naidu drew parallels between Amaravati's potential and the historical growth of major Indian cities. "Both Hyderabad and Bengaluru have expanded consistently over decades, becoming economic powerhouses for their respective states," he stated. The Chief Minister highlighted that nearly 70% of Telangana's total revenue originates from Hyderabad, attributing the state's top ranking in per capita income largely to the city's robust development.
He elaborated on the infrastructure pillars that have solidified Hyderabad's revenue base:
- The expansive Outer Ring Road network
- World-class airport facilities
- Thriving IT sector and knowledge economy
- Continued expansion driven by Cyberabad
Addressing Sustainability Concerns with Land Valuation Data
Directly responding to YSRCP's claims that Amaravati is not a self-sustainable capital project, Naidu presented concrete financial figures. "The capital region possesses a substantial land bank of 5,000 acres," he revealed. At current market rates of approximately Rs 10 crore per acre, this land is valued at around Rs 50,000 crore.
Naidu projected that if land prices appreciate to Rs 20 crore per acre in the future, the total value would escalate to an impressive Rs 1 lakh crore. "Such criticism emerges from those who fail to grasp these fundamental economic realities," he remarked, adding that there is no necessity to assign significant importance to these uninformed viewpoints.
Amaravati's Development as a Continuous, Long-Term Process
The Chief Minister reiterated that Amaravati's development trajectory would mirror Hyderabad's successful model, evolving steadily over time. "Development does not materialize or cease abruptly within a single day. It represents an enduring, continuous process without a definitive endpoint," Naidu explained.
He expressed confidence that Amaravati would gradually transform into a powerful growth engine for Andhra Pradesh in the coming years, contributing substantially to the state's economy and infrastructure. Following his media interaction, Naidu participated in training sessions organized for party cadres, emphasizing the importance of political preparedness alongside developmental initiatives.
