TDP Fires Back at Jagan Over Amaravati Remark, Calls it a Bid to Scare Investors

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A recent statement by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has sparked a heated debate in the state. Reddy described the construction of the capital city at Amaravati as 'insane' due to environmental and legal concerns. However, the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has accused Reddy of trying to scare investors away from the project. According to TDP spokesperson Neelayapalem Vijay Kumar, the capital city works are progressing smoothly, with several domestic and global companies showing interest in investing in Amaravati. Kumar believes that Reddy's comments are an attempt to stall the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government's plan to grant statutory status to Amaravati in the upcoming Parliament budget session. Reddy had previously maintained a silence on Amaravati, but recently announced plans to develop farmers' plots in the area and expedite capital works if the YSR Congress Party returns to power in 2029. The party's senior leader Ramakrishna Reddy Sajjala had also stated that the existing buildings in Amaravati could suffice for the capital, eliminating the need for new constructions. The development comes as the NDA government prepares to introduce a bill seeking statutory status for Amaravati. Reddy's statement has raised concerns about the project's future and the state's ability to attract investors. The TDP has urged the state government to clarify its stance on the issue and reassure investors that the project is secure.