CNBC-TV18 reported that the Centre’s promise to provide Andhra Pradesh with ₹15,000 crore for the construction of Amaravati has been a topic of considerable debate. The funds were pledged as part of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganization Act, which envisioned Amaravati as the state’s capital. The allocation was meant to support the development of infrastructure and other essential services in the new capital.
Source:- BBC news
However, there have been discrepancies and delays in the actual disbursement of these funds. The state government has faced challenges in securing the full amount as initially promised. Furthermore, the central government’s commitment to the funding has been questioned amid political and administrative changes.
Source:- India today
The situation is complicated by the broader context of state-central relations and financial management. The Andhra Pradesh government has argued that the funding is crucial for fulfilling its development plans for Amaravati. Meanwhile, the central government maintains that allocations are made according to the financial and administrative procedures in place.
The evolving situation highlights the complexities involved in intergovernmental funding agreements and the impact of political dynamics on developmental projects.
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