Kunal Kumar

Kunal Kumar, the former Smart City mission director, discusses the ambitious plan to develop Amaravati as the new capital of Andhra Pradesh. He outlines the challenges of attracting investors and restoring public trust. The conversation dives into the complexities of India's Smart Cities initiative and the necessity of local governance for sustainable urban planning. Kumar draws parallels with successful models like Singapore and Magarpatta, pondering whether Amaravati can truly materialize into a thriving hub or if it will remain a tale of unrealized dreams.