R&B Minister B.C. Janardhan Reddy relaunches ₹2-crore indoor stadium works in Banaganapalle
Andhra Pradesh Minister B.C. Janardhan Reddy has relaunched the construction of a ₹2-crore indoor stadium in Banaganapalle after work was stalled during the previous administration. The Minister emphasized the government's commitment to sports infrastructure and development projects while criticizing the prior government's neglect.
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The report highlights the ongoing political rivalry in Andhra Pradesh and the impact of shifting government priorities on local public infrastructure projects.
Andhra Pradesh Roads and Buildings Minister B.C. Janardhan Reddy relaunched the construction of a ₹2-crore indoor stadium at Banaganapalle on Wednesday (September 16, 2026).
Speaking to the media after laying the foundation stone, the Minister said he had secured the ₹2 crore from the then TDP government during his previous term as MLA. The construction stalled at the pillar stage after the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government came to power, he said.
After the coalition government assumed office, he had instructed officials to complete the construction within four months, the Minister said. The government was giving priority to sports grounds and the necessary facilities to encourage youth to take up sports, he added.
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