Archive · 27 Aug 2026
Andhra Pradesh launches major plans to address Visakhapatnam water woes
Visakhapatnam is planning several projects to make drinking water more reliable.
The Andhra Pradesh government wants to improve water supply in 123 municipalities.
One major plan would bring Godavari water to Visakhapatnam.
The project is expected to help provide 135 litres of water per person each day.
Around Rs.1,000 crore is planned for water infrastructure in the district.
Another project is giving some parts of the city water all day and night.
About 28,000 of 40,000 planned connections are finished.
New pipelines and faster construction are also expected to improve water delivery.
Andhra Pradesh plans long-term drinking-water solutions for 123 municipalities, with special attention to Visakhapatnam.
The proposed Godavari water project could support supply of 135 litres per person per day after completion.
About Rs.1,000 crore is being allocated for drinking-water infrastructure in Visakhapatnam district.
The ADB-backed 24x7 Water Supply Project has completed about 28,000 of 40,000 targeted connections.
Pipeline works worth Rs.116.40 crore are intended to strengthen distribution and improve supply to several areas.
- Who
- The Andhra Pradesh government, Minister P Narayana, the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation, and the Asian Development Bank-supported project teams.
- What
- The government is developing Godavari water storage and supply, 24x7 household connections, and major pipeline improvements.
- When
- The plans were discussed during the minister’s recent visit; remaining 24x7 connections are targeted for completion by September-end, while some pipeline work is to be completed within 45 days.
- Where
- Visakhapatnam and other municipalities across Andhra Pradesh, including the city’s north-western sector.
- Why
- To address growing drinking-water needs, improve distribution, and provide a more dependable supply.
- Municipalities covered
- Long-term drinking-water solutions are planned for 123 municipalities across Andhra Pradesh.
- Planned investment
- About Rs.1,000 crore is allocated for drinking-water infrastructure in Visakhapatnam district.
- Future supply target
- The completed system is expected to provide 135 litres per person per day.
- 24x7 connections
- Around 28,000 of the 40,000 targeted connections have been completed.
- Project funding
- The 24x7 Water Supply Project is receiving financial assistance from the Asian Development Bank.
- Pipeline works
- Works worth Rs.116.40 crore are being undertaken with 15th Finance Commission funds.
- Construction deadline
- Officials were instructed to complete remaining pipeline portions within 45 days.