What is amaravati issue?
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What is amaravati issue?
The 2019–2021 Amaravati protests simply known as Amaravati protests, are ongoing demonstrations in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh triggered by the idea of three capitals by Government of Andhra Pradesh, and the Expert panel, BCG committee reports.
What is the population of Amravati in 2020?
The current metro area population of Amravati in 2021 is 765,000, a 1.73\% increase from 2020. The metro area population of Amravati in 2020 was 752,000, a 1.48\% increase from 2019. The metro area population of Amravati in 2019 was 741,000, a 1.65\% increase from 2018.
Why is Amaravati being built as the capital of Andhra Pradesh?
As per the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, Hyderabad became the capital of the then newly formed state of Telangana, post bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh. However, Hyderabad would remain as the joint capital of both states for a period not exceeding ten years. Hence, Amaravati is being built to serve as the capital of Andhra Pradesh.
What is the legislative capital of Andhra Pradesh?
Amaravati is the legislative Capital and the de facto seat of government of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The city is located on the banks of river Krishna in Guntur District . Built on allotted space on the southern banks of Krishna River in Guntur district selected close to the geographical center of the state.
What is the origin of the word ‘Amaravati’?
The word “Amaravati” derives from the historical Amaravathi village, the ancient capital of the Satavahana dynasty. The foundation stone was laid on 22 October 2015, at Uddandarayunipalem area by the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi. The metropolitan area of Guntur and Vijayawada are the major conurbations of Amaravati.
Where is the Office of the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh?
The office of the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh has operated from Velagapudi since April 2016. The Andhra Pradesh Legislature remained in Hyderabad until March 2017, when it relocated to newly constructed interim legislative buildings in Velagapudi.