GVMC Commissioner inspects ongoing development works, directs officials to expedite pace

Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) Commissioner Ketan Garg on Saturday (November 7, 2026) inspected the ongoing works for CII Partnership Summit, Velampeta Slum development project, and Working Women’s Hostel at various parts of the city.During his visit to Velampeta in One Town, Mr. Garg reviewed the progress of the project involving the construction of 177 housing units, approved by the State government with funds under the Central government’s SASCI scheme. He directed the officials to expedite the necessary steps for implementation of the project, complete the foundation works by December and finish the entire construction within the subsequent six months.Later, he inspected the construction works of Working Women’s Hostel at Mudassarlova. Expressing displeasure over the slow pace of progress, he directed the officials to accelerate the works and complete the projects at Gajuwaka, Mudassarlova, and Madhurawada at the earliest.In view of the CII Summit scheduled to be held in Visakhapatnam on November 12 and 13, the Commissioner inspected the ongoing beautification works along RK Beach Road. He reviewed the progress of Underground Drainage (UGD) works, paintings, installation of decorative lighting, beautification activities, plantation of ornamental plants, repairs to roads and footpaths, and other related development works. The Commissioner directed the concerned departments to transform the RK Beach Road surroundings into an attractive and well-maintained stretch that reflects the beauty and development of Visakhapatnam, creating a positive impression among the delegates attending the CII Summit.Additional Commissioners K. Ramesh and P.M. Satyaveni, Chief Engineer P.V.V. Satyanarayana Raju, and other officials were present. Published - November 07, 2026 08:37 pm IST