To build Amaravathi, Chandrababu Naidu launches 'e-brick' programme

Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has launched 'Amaravathi e-brick' programme inviting financial contribution from Andhrites towards building the new capital.

Naidu has appealed to the Andhrites settled across the globe to contribute Rs 10 via online payment for each brick that will be used in construction of the state's new capital.

He also launched the 'payment gateway' for the purpose, stated an official release, adding that the chief minister also announced that an electronic database of the contributors will be maintained.

The government will also send certificates bearing his signature to those who make the contribution under the e-brick drive. "Amaravati.gov.in is the link for e-brick payments," it stated.