**Executive Summary**
On June 10, 2026, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the construction of the first General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA) in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, at an estimated cost of ₹1,234.91 crores. The project aims to provide 1,504 dwelling units for Central Government employees to improve operational efficiency and employee well-being through proximity to the workplace. Execution is currently in the pre-bid and tender preparation phase, managed by the Central Public Works Department (CPWD).
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Project Infrastructure and Scale**
* The campus covers 17 acres and includes 11 residential towers.
* It features 1,504 dwelling units ranging from Type II to Type VI.
* Total built-up area is 31.30 lakh sqft, including 1,972 parking spaces (ECS) across a 9.10 lakh sqft basement.
* **Sustainability and Standards**
* The project targets a minimum GRIHA 4-Star Rating.
* Design and construction must comply with the Energy Conservation and Sustainable Building Code (ECSBC) 2024 and Eco-Niwas Samhita (ENS) 2024.
* Focus areas include water conservation, energy efficiency, and the use of locally available materials.
* **Amenities and Accessibility**
* Civic facilities include a bank/ATM, post office, shopping complex, and service centre.
* Community amenities feature a crèche, community hall, food court, and guest house.
* The environment is designed to be barrier-free for Divyangjan (Persons with Disabilities) in accordance with accessibility standards.
* **Employment and Funding**
* Estimated project cost of ₹1,234.91 crores funded by the Government of India.
* Expected to generate 7 lakh man-days of employment per annum during construction and 50,000 man-days per annum during operations.
**Impact Analysis**
**Central Government Employees**
**Impact:** Provides adequate housing near workplaces, reducing financial burdens and enhancing morale and official productivity.
**Action Required:** Monitor for the completion of units to apply for residential allotment.
**Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs / CPWD**
**Impact:** Tasked with the execution of the first GPRA project in Andhra Pradesh under strict green building and accessibility mandates.
**Action Required:** Finalize the preparation of tender documents and manage the project to ensure compliance with GRIHA 4-Star and ECSBC 2024 standards.
**Labor Force (Skilled, Semi-skilled, and Unskilled)**
**Impact:** Direct and indirect employment opportunities totaling approximately 7.5 lakh man-days across the construction and operational phases.
**Action Required:** Engage with upcoming construction and facility management opportunities generated by the project.
Key Entities Referenced
General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA): The central government housing scheme under which 1,504 dwelling units are approved for construction in Amaravati.
Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh: The specific location for the first GPRA project in the state, serving as the central site for the infrastructure development.
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs: The primary decision-making body that granted approval for the construction project and its associated funding.
Central Public Works Department (CPWD): The executing agency under the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs responsible for the design and construction of the campus.
Energy Conservation and Sustainable Building Code (ECSBC) 2024: A regulatory code that the project must comply with to ensure energy efficiency and sustainable construction standards.
Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
Cabinet approves the construction of the General
Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA) at New
Capital City, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh
Posted On: 10 JUN 2026 2:07PM by PIB Delhi
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi,
today has approved the construction of the General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA) at
New Capital City, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. This marks the first GPRA project in the capital city
of Amaravati, as well as within the State of Andhra Pradesh.
The objective of the proposal is to alleviate the financial burden on Central Government employees
by providing adequate residential accommodation, thereby enhancing their morale, promoting
integrity, and contributing to their overall well-being. Further, by enabling staff to reside in close
proximity to their workplaces, the project will support efficient government functioning and ensure
that employees remain readily available to discharge their official duties effectively.
The General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA) Campus in the New Capital City of
Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, is planned over an area of 17 acres. The development comprises 11
residential towers with a total of 1,504 dwelling units, ranging from Type II to Type VI, including
refuge areas. The project provides basement parking facilities accommodating 1,972 Equivalent Car
Spaces (ECS). The total built-up area of the project is 31.30 lakh sqft. (2,90,762 sqm), including a
basement area of 9.10 lakh sqft. (84,394 sqm).
Across the globe, there is a growing emphasis on adopting environmentally friendly and sustainable
construction practices. In line with this objective, the proposed General Pool Residential
Accommodation (GPRA) Campus in the New Capital City of Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, envisages
that all buildings will be planned and designed in strict compliance with the best green building
standards prevailing in India, with a strong focus on minimizing 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, in compliance with the latest provisions of the Energy Conservation and Sustainable Building
Code (ECSBC) 2024 and requirements of Eco-Niwas Samhita (ENS) 2024.
The General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA) Campus in the New Capital City of
Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, will be equipped with essential civic and community amenities,
including a bank and ATM, post office, crèche, community hall with dining facilities, food court,
shopping complex, service centre, and guest house. The campus will incorporate a barrier-free built
environment to ensure accessibility and convenience for Divyangjan (Persons with Disabilities), in
compliance with applicable accessibility standards.The project is expected to generate significant direct and indirect employment opportunities for
skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled workers. It is estimated to create approximately 7.00 lakh man-
days of employment per annum during the construction phase, followed by the sustained generation
of around 50,000 man-days of employment per annum during the operational phase.
PROJECT COST & FUNDING
The estimated cost of the project is ₹1,234.91 crores, which will be funded by the Government of
India through budgetary support under the Head of Account: 4216 – Capital Outlay on Housing
(Residential Buildings) – Voted.
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 GENERAL POOL RESIDENTIAL ACCOMMODATION (GPRA)CAMPUS AT
NEW CAPITAL CITY, AMARAVATI, ANDHRA PRADESH
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