The Andhra Pradesh state cabinet has approved the removal of 66,157 acres of land from the prohibited property list to boost industrial development. This move aims to address technical hurdles that had hindered industries from securing bank loans and clear ownership rights.
The cabinet also approved the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Employment Generation Programme (AP-CMEGP), which will provide financial assistance to 3,500 micro entrepreneurs, generating employment for around 17,000 people.
Additionally, the cabinet granted administrative approval for ₹2,316.88 crore towards mechanical, electrical, and plumbing works in the integrated Andhra Pradesh state secretariat and heads of departments complex in Amaravati.
The cabinet also approved ₹119.27 crore for the construction of the Telugu Cultural Centre at Neerukonda village in Amaravati, which will feature a grand auditorium, open-air theatre, and Telugu language museum.
Furthermore, the cabinet approved the implementation of the 'Sakhi Nivas' scheme under Mission Shakti, aimed at establishing working women's hostels with crèche facilities.
The cabinet also approved the allotment of 424.45 acres of government land in Jammalamadugu mandal of YSR Kadapa district to APIIC for establishing an Integrated Steel Plant by JSW Steel.
