Vijayawada MP Kesineni Sivanath said efforts are underway to secure additional grants from the State government for the city, alongside immediate measures to resolve urban issues before the formation of Greater Vijayawada Municipal Corporation.
Addressing the media at the Vijayawada Municipal Corporation (VMC) office on Tuesday, Mr. Sivanath said the corporation, public representatives and other departments concerned will sit and discuss an action plan for development of the city.
“We will convene a meeting soon and will make coordinated efforts to realise Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s goal of beautifying the city,” Mr. Sivanath said.
Earlier, the MP held a review meeting with VMC Commissioner Dhyanachandra H.M. and Engineering Department officials in view of the forthcoming monsoon season. The MP reviewed the Detailed Project Report (DPR) prepared by the VMC for the construction of stormwater drains. As part of the DPR, the width of the Pantakaluva drain will be increased from the existing 2.5 m to 8 m to ensure smooth flow of rainwater.
The MP also directed the municipal authorities to submit a DPR on underground drainage, drinking water systems, development of parks and asked them to work on easing traffic congestions, by planning bridges in coordination with officials from the Railways and Roads and Buildings Department.
The MP suggested that mini sewage treatment plants (STPs) be constructed to treat used water in the city and also proposed increasing the number of food courts. He suggested that one of them be set up in Krishna Lanka.
In response, Mr. Dhyana Chandra said the corporation will submit a report on park development, and the DPRs for drinking water pipelines and underground drainage, by March. He said the corporation will also look into the possibility of establishing a food court in Krishna Lanka.
Chief Engineer (in-charge) P. Satyakumari, Superintending Engineer (Works) V. Chandrasekhar, Executive Engineers J. Srinivas, A. Srinivasa Reddy, G. Samrajyam, Surekha, and other Engineering staff were present in the reeview meeting.
Published – February 24, 2026 06:57 pm IST
