US EditionLok Sabha Clears Bill Making Amaravati Official Capital of Andhra Pradesh
Nara Lokesh called the move a historic moment after lawmakers approved the bill amid a long fight by farmers to keep the capital in Amaravati.
- On Wednesday, the Lok Sabha passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill, 2026, officially designating Amaravati as the capital of Andhra Pradesh.
- This legislation follows a unanimous resolution by the Legislative Assembly to establish Amaravati as the capital, recognizing farmers' sacrifice of their lands for the city.
- HRD Minister Nara Lokesh said the passage gave him "immense joy" and was "a historic moment," while Municipal Administration Minister Narayana thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the achievement.
- Separately, Congress MPs announced a protest on Wednesday against the FCRA Amendment Bill, accusing the Union Government of attempting to "bulldoze" the legislation.
- Proposed FCRA changes include appointing a "designated authority" to manage assets of NGOs with suspended registrations and expanding the definition of "key functionary" to include trustees and governing body members.
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