The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today has approved the construction of the Central Government General Pool Office Accommodation (CGGPOA) at the New Capital City, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh.
This project is a landmark initiative in the new Greenfield city of Amaravati, envisioned to evolve into a world-class urban centre. The objective of the proposal is to address the growing demand for office accommodation for various Central Government offices by housing them under one roof. This consolidation will enhance inter-departmental coordination and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of services delivered by the Central Government to the State of Andhra Pradesh.
The Central Government General Pool Office Accommodation (CGGPOA) at New Capital City, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, is planned over an area of 5.53 acres. The CGGPOA comprises two blocks: one block on Plot C-9 with Ground + 13 floors (Ground Floor for services, three floors for podium parking, and ten floors for office spaces), and another block on Plot C-8 with Ground + 10 floors (Ground Floor for services, three floors for podium parking, and seven floors for office spaces). The facility is designed to accommodate approximately 8,000 officials and staff members. Podium parking provision for about 1,800 Equivalent Car Spaces (ECS) is proposed. The total built-up area of the project is 23,25,000 sqft. (2,16,032 sqm.).
Across the globe, there is a growing emphasis on environmentally sustainable and resource-efficient construction practices. Reflecting this commitment, the proposed Central Government General Pool Office Accommodation (CGGPOA) at New Capital City, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, is being planned and designed in accordance with the highest green building standards prevalent in India. The project aims to minimize environmental impact through sustainable site planning, enhanced energy efficiency, water conservation, usage of locally available materials, and improved occupant health and comfort. The campus will be designed, constructed, and registered to achieve a minimum GRIHA 4-Star Rating and will comply with the latest provisions of the Energy Conservation and Sustainable Building Code (ECSBC) 2024.
The Central Government General Pool Office Accommodation (CGGPOA) at New Capital City, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, will be equipped with essential civic and community amenities, including a Bank with ATM, Post Office, Crèche, Recreation Room, Ladies’ Room, Conference Hall with a seating capacity of 100, Multipurpose Hall with a seating capacity of 500, and four canteens to cater to the needs of employees and visitors.
The campus will incorporate a barrier-free built environment to ensure accessibility, safety, and convenience for Divyangjan (Persons with Disabilities), in compliance with applicable accessibility norms and standards.
The project is expected to generate substantial direct and indirect employment opportunities for skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled workers. During the construction phase, employment generation is estimated at approximately 7,00,000 man-days per annum, while the operational phase is expected to generate around 50,000 man-days per annum.
PROJECT COST & FUNDING
The estimated cost of the project is ₹1,299.08 crores, which will be funded by the Government of India through budgetary support under the Head of Account: 4059 Capital Outlay on Public Works).
PRE-PROJECT ACTIVITIES
The project will be executed by the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs through the Central Public Works Department (CPWD). Pre-bid activities have already commenced, and the preparation of tender documents is presently in progress.
PROPOSED CENTRAL GOVERNMENT GENERAL POOL OFFICE ACCOMMODATION (CGGPOA) AT NEW CAPITAL CITY, AMARAVATI, ANDHRA PRADESH
