Smt.G Hari Venkata Kumari

H.W. Mayor, GVMC

Government of Andhra Pradesh
Sri M.N. Harendhira Prasad IAS

District Collector & Special Officer, GVMC

Government of Andhra Pradesh
Sri P. Sampath Kumar IAS

Commissioner, GVMC

Government of Andhra Pradesh

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HISTORY OF GVMC

Visakhapatnam... The cynosure of all eyes!! Come discover the story behind this Jewel on the East Coast.

Once a small fishing village, Visakhapatnam had witnessed the reigns of Ashoka, the Pallavas, the Cholas and the Gangas. Today you can see the country's largest shipbuilding yard with natural harbor and beach, stretching endlessly against the backdrop of low hills and dotted with secluded caves and creeks.

The picturesque beaches and the 30 km's long Bheemili-Visakhapatnam coastal road that runs along the sea offer scenes of breathtaking beauty.

The blue waters caressing the golden sands at different points along the length of the coast thrill fun-loving holiday makers underlying the fun and relaxation wherever you go and whatever you do. In Visakhapatnam, there are two prestigious universities one is ANDHRA UNIVERSITY and the other one is the prestigious and oldest medical colleges, ANDHRA MEDICAL COLLEGE. Also, there are many reputed colleges, schools, and other educational institutions.

Keeping in view the sustainable development, the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation brings a conscious change to logistic approach for a well-drafted city development plan to see its reality.