Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill, 2026

Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, passed by the Lok Sabha to amend the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014 It accords statutory status to 

Amaravati to be established as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh.

What is Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill, 2026?

The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 marks a historic turning point for the state of Andhra Pradesh, providing long-awaited legal clarity on its administrative future.  Lok Sabha on April 1, 2026 passed the Bill and officially designated Amaravati as the sole and permanent capital of Andhra Pradesh. 

Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 amends the original Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014. The 2014 Act facilitated the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana and made Hyderabad served as a joint capital for a period not exceeding 10 years which ended June 2, 2024.  Here are key features of the Bill: 

Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 202: Key Features 

The 2026 Amendment Bill's main objective is to end the "three-capital" ambiguity and provide a stable foundation for infrastructure and investment.

1. Amaravati as the Sole Capital: The Bill amends Section 5 of the 2014 Act. It replaces the vague phrasing of "a new capital" with the specific mandate: "Amaravati shall be the new capital." 

2. Retrospective Effect: To maintain administrative continuity, the Bill is slated to take effect retrospectively from June 2, 2024, aligns with the exact date the 10-year "common capital" status of Hyderabad expired.

3. Defined Geographic Scope: The Bill clarifies that "Amaravati" refers to the specific areas notified under the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) Act, 2014 to ensures that the capital is not just a name but a legally defined metropolitan region spanning approximately 217 sq. km. of core area.

4. Statutory Protection: by embedding the name of the capital into a Parliamentary Act, the Bill provides a  "statutory permanence." 

This is intended to restore the confidence of investors and the thousands of farmers who gave up over 33,000 acres of land through land-pooling schemes for the city's development.

Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, marks a definitive end to years of administrative uncertainty by codifying Amaravati as the state's sole capital. This landmark legislation not only provides the legal stability needed to attract global investment but also honors the commitment made to the farmers and citizens who are the foundation of this new urban vision.

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