The Rushikonda Hill Palace has been at the center of controversy in Andhra Pradesh. Here’s what we know:
- Construction and Cost: Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy is accused of secretly constructing this lavish hilltop palace on Rushikonda Hill in Vishakhapatnam. The palace, intended as a camp office for Jagan Reddy, reportedly cost Rs 500 crore. It features extravagant amenities, including a Rs 26 lakh bathtub.
- Luxurious Features: The palace boasts 12 bedrooms and a total built-up area of 141,433 square meters. Among its opulent features are chandeliers, spa rooms, and high-end furniture.
- Controversy: The extravagant spending on this palace has stirred controversy, especially given the state’s dire financial situation. Andhra Pradesh is currently under a debt of Rs 12 lakh crore. The timing and nature of these expenditures have been criticized.
- Ownership: The ruling YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) defends the construction, emphasizing that these buildings are government assets, not private properties of Jagan Mohan Reddy.
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