Vijayawada: The newly-formed Vision Management Unit of the state planning department suggested upgradation of social infrastructure and also citizen engagement to enhance livability in Vijayawada city, which gained significance after the new capital has been announced.
Major existing social space in Vijayawada include a municipal stadium, three swimming pools, Kshetrayya Kalakshetram, among others. Upgrading the mentioned infrastructure and creating new infrastructure is important. To this effect, several projects were identified for establishment in the city. “Upgrading existing social and civic infrastructure are an integral part of any city that aims to be citizen-friendly and attractive. Examples from around the world suggest that cities with high living standards also have the best social and cultural facilities. Vijayawada’s progress towards being a world-class city will need improving world-class social and cultural infrastructure, in addition to physical infrastructure,” said a senior official.
The Vision Management Unit suggested that the government upgrade existing Indira Gandhi municipal stadium, indoor stadium and Executive Club to international standards.
