VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has said special zones will be set up for the development of all the three regions in the State.
During an informal interaction with mediapersons at the TDP headquarters in Mangalagiri on Saturday, Naidu said the government is committed to the overall development of the State, taking every initiative to promote rapid economic growth.
He suggested that farmers of Amaravati form a Joint Action Committee under the Amaravati Region Development Association. The State government will hold consultations with the JAC to resolve the farmers’ issues.
“We have appealed to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for extension of exemption on capital gains for Amaravati farmers. The Centre will take a positive decision on the matter soon,” he said.
He warned that government employees who resort to exploit the farmers of Amaravati, would have to face serious consequences.
“The issues of the farmers, who sacrificed their lands for Amaravati Capital City should be resolved amicably. The government has laid emphasis on elimination of corruption in the State, and will formulate an action plan soon,” he said.
“Though there was some communication gap in the beginning, clarity has emerged on all the farmers’ issues after their meeting with me. Now, they are happy,” he said.
Vijayanand played key role in Energy dept
Vijayanand took charge as the State Chief Secretary in December 2024. Known for his calm and methodical approach, Vijayanand has also been discharging duties as the Special Chief Secretary of the Energy Department, where he has overseen several key policy decisions.
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu had picked senior IAS officer Sai Prasad as the successor of Vijayanand. After the end of Vijayanand’s extended tenure on February 28, 2026, Sai Prasad, a 1991 batch IAS officer, will take charge as the Chief Secretary on March 1, 2026 as per the order issued by the government.
Sai Prasad is widely regarded as a steady administrator. Though Sai Prasad is due to retire on May 31, 2026, he is expected to receive an extension.