AP pursuing river-linking projects to meet agricultural, drinking water and industrial needs: Naidu
Addressing the inaugural session of the 31st CII Partnership Summit 2026 here, Naidu said the Godavari’s right and left canals could supply water to Visakhapatnam and Amaravati, while the proposed Godavari-Cauvery river-linking initiative could address the water requirements of five states.
He said the Polavaram project was targeted for dedication to the nation by June 2027.
Drawing a parallel with the national electricity grid, the Chief Minister advocated the development of a water grid to ensure equitable distribution of water resources.
Naidu said 25 sector-specific industrial parks were being developed across the state to promote industrial growth. These included a chemical park in Srikakulam, a MedTech hub in Visakhapatnam and steel ancillary industries and rare earth mineral facilities in Anakapalli.
Describing Amaravati as a Blue-Green Capital City, he said the government was developing the capital with modern infrastructure and iconic buildings.
He invited industrialists and global business leaders to make Amaravati their second home and participate in the state’s development.
Reaffirming the government’s commitment to Swarna Andhra Vision 2047, Naidu called upon investors, technology leaders and industrialists to take advantage of Andhra Pradesh’s infrastructure, natural resources and industrial policies.
