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Politics
Andhra Pradesh to Set Up Zilla Parishads in Newly Created Districts
✍️ Deccan Chronicle
🗓 11 Aug 2026, 06:04 AM
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The Andhra Pradesh government has announced plans to establish district councils (Zilla Parishads) in its newly formed districts to strengthen local governance.
The state government of Andhra Pradesh has revealed its intention to create district councils, known as Zilla Parishads, in the recently carved out districts.
The move aims to bring decision‑making closer to residents and improve the delivery of public services at the district level.
Officials said the next steps will involve drafting guidelines, appointing members, and setting up administrative infrastructure to operationalise the councils.
The move aims to bring decision‑making closer to residents and improve the delivery of public services at the district level.
Officials said the next steps will involve drafting guidelines, appointing members, and setting up administrative infrastructure to operationalise the councils.