In a recent outburst, Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, the leader of the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP), expressed his anger over the second phase of land acquisition in Amaravati, the state capital of Andhra Pradesh. Speaking from his residence in Tadepalli, Jagan questioned the rationale behind the second phase of land acquisition when the first phase had not been developed adequately.
Jagan criticized former Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, labeling his actions as “madness.” He took to national media platforms to voice his discontent, highlighting that during the first phase, 50,000 acres of land were acquired under the guise of developing the capital. He pointed out that Naidu had claimed that a whopping ₹100,000 crore would be needed for the development of just roads, electricity, drainage, and water supply—basic infrastructure necessities.
“The question remains, when and how will this ₹100,000 crore be sourced?” Jagan asked, emphasizing that none of the promises made to farmers who surrendered their land had been fulfilled. He noted that those farmers were still suffering and felt cheated, as they had given up their land with the expectation of receiving justice and development in return.
With the announcement of the second phase, Jagan raised further concerns about the acquisition of another 50,000 acres. “What more will be done with this additional land? The provision of basic infrastructure for the entire one lakh acres will require ₹200,000 crore. Where will this money come from?” he questioned, accusing Naidu of seeking to acquire land for personal gain rather than for the benefit of the state.
Jagan’s harsh criticism reflects a growing frustration among his party members and supporters regarding the handling of the capital’s development plans. Many view the continued acquisition of land without tangible results from the first phase as a sign of mismanagement.
The political discourse surrounding the capital development has intensified, with Jagan’s remarks adding fuel to an already heated debate. As the YSRCP continues to voice its opposition to Naidu’s approach, the spotlight remains on the government’s plans for the future of Amaravati. Stakeholders, including farmers and local residents, are keenly awaiting clarity on the government’s intentions and whether their grievances will be addressed.
This ongoing saga in Andhra Pradesh’s political landscape highlights the complex relationship between land acquisition, development promises, and the livelihoods of the farmers involved. With both sides entrenched in their positions, the resolution of these issues seems far from reach, leaving many to speculate on the future of the capital and its development.
