Visakhapatnam declared new capital of Andhra Pradesh, know the state's 3 capital plan

As part of its three-capital plan, south Indian state Andhra Pradesh has declared Visakhapatnam as its new capital.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy made the announcement while sticking to the three capital plan. This plan was envisaged to ensure balanced regional development and to help decongest the existing capital Amaravati.

The state government has aimed to spread the benefits of development across the entire state, rather than concentrating it in one particular area. With this move, the government hopes to bring about an overall improvement in the standard of living of the people of Andhra Pradesh.


The three-capital plan of Andhra Pradesh involves dividing the state capital into three parts: a legislative capital in Amaravati, an executive capital in Visakhapatnam, and a judicial capital in Kurnool. The legislative capital, Amaravati, will be the centre of policy-making, while the executive capital, Visakhapatnam, will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the state. The judicial capital, Kurnool, will be the centre of the state's judicial system.

Visakhapatnam, the new executive capital of Andhra Pradesh, is an important city that is strategically located on the east coast of India. It is a major port city and is known for its scenic beauty, and bustling port. The city is also known for its excellent transportation network, making it an ideal location for the administration of the state. The city has also been selected as the executive capital because of its proximity to the state's commercial hub, which is located in Hyderabad.

The three-capital plan of Andhra Pradesh has received mixed reactions from citizens and the political fraternity. While some have hailed the move as a step in the right direction, others have criticised it for the costs it is likely to incur. The state government has assured the public that it is well prepared to implement the three-capital plan and that the move is part of its vision for a better, more balanced Andhra Pradesh.

FAQs:

Q1. What is Andhra Pradesh's three-capital plan?
Andhra Pradesh's three-capital plan involves dividing the state capital into three parts: a legislative capital in Amaravati, an executive capital in Visakhapatnam, and a judicial capital in Kurnool.

Q2. What are some popular tourist attractions in Visakhapatnam?
Some popular tourist attractions in Visakhapatnam include the Beach Road, Rama Krishna Beach, Kailasagiri Hill Park, INS Kurusura Submarine Museum, and the Matsyadarshini Aquarium.