​In photos: PM Modi launches works for Amaravati revival in Andhra

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was greeted by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu at the Velagapudi helipad. During his visit, the PM inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects valued at over ₹58,000 crore, marking a major push for infrastructure and growth in the state. (Image: PTI)

PM Modi was seen alongside Governor S Abdul Nazeer and CM Naidu during the inauguration and foundation stone laying ceremony for a series of development projects in Amaravati. The event also marked the resumption of Amaravati's construction as the state capital, signaling a renewed commitment to its development. (Image: PTI)

The announcement of projects was done by PM Modi along with governor, CM, deputy chief minister Pawan Kalyan, union minister of civil aviation Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu and several other dignitaries. Modi has pledged centre’s full support to develop Andhra Pradesh into a growth engine for a “Viksit Bharat”. (Image: ANI)

After laying down the foundation stone for projects worth over ₹50,000 crores, PM Modi addressed the gathering. He called Amravati as the city of aspirations. The major projects launched included construction of high court, secretariat and infrastructure development. (Image: X/Chandra Babu Naidu)

PM Modi praised CM Naidu’s vision and reaffirmed his cordial relations with the chief minister. He recalled, "When I was newly elected CM of Gujarat, I was very closely monitoring the initiatives Chandrababu Naidu was taking in Hyderabad. I learned a lot, and today, I got the opportunity to implement them.” (Image: ANI)

PM Modi was felicitated with a photo frame by the Andhra governor and CM. He called Amaravati not just a city but “a Shakti to transform Andhra Pradesh”. Modi further assured everyone that he will be always there for the development of the state. (X/Chandra Babu Naidu)

Andhra CM thanked PM Modi for the initiatives. Adding to this, he said that the centre’s support for the development of the state capital, Amaravati, is unforgettable. The city is envisioned to become a hub for IT, AI, green energy, education, and healthcare, fulfilling the dreams of the state’s youth.(Image: ANI)