AP Govt constitutes advisory panel for new capital

Hyderabad, July 20 : Even before the finalisation of location for the new capital, the Andhra Pradesh Government has constituted an advisory committee which would suggest measures for its overall development.

As per the orders issued by Dr D. Sambasiva Rao, Principal Secretary to Government, the Advisory Committee would examine the different aspects of constructing a capital city as well as suggest a plan of action for its development. The committee will be chaired by Municipal Administration & Urban Development Minister P Narayana The others members are Rajya Sabha MP YS Chowdhary, Guntur MP G Jayadev, former MLA B Masthan Rao, GV Sanjay Reddy of GVK Group, Bommidala Srinivas of GMR Group, M. Prabhakara Rao of Nuziveedu Seeds Ltd., Chintalapati Srinivasa Raju of Peepul Capital. The Principal Secretary of MA&UD Department will be its member-convener. Besides, three prominent persons of National and International repute may be co-opted as special invitees to the committee.

The Committee will advise the Government on the following: Conceptualization of a vibrant, diverse and inclusive city which is a magnet for skilled work force; Creation of a highly livable urban eco-system that provides a productive, comfortable and a happy life for all its residents, efficient use of natural resources – land, water and energy, minimal commutes, green technologies, green spaces, water – fronts etc that promotes smart and sustainable urban development.

Urban Planning Policies that promote vertical development along transportation corridors, not only within the city but also in the larger Metropolitan area, thereby preventing development of an urban sprawl. The Committee shall propose an action plan with timelines for submission of its recommendations, the GO said.  INN