Andaman Public Works Department, also known as the APWD, is the leading construction authority of the Andaman and Nicobar administration, which is responsible for carrying out civil works in the capital city of Port Blair also. Among different construction based activities, they also carry out the work of housing construction and development. In this regard, the authority is involved in the task of erecting residential accommodations and buildings.
After the disastrous tsunami had taken its toll in this part of our country, the Andaman Public Works Department indulged itself into the rehabilitation activities. Though, it usually carries out the task of constructing for government servants, it has also engaged itself in other diversified activities.
APWD repairs and renovates and takes care of a number of heritage buildings and historical importance buildings, such as the Cellular jail, Raj Niwas, etc. This maintenance work is carried out as and when necessary.
At Nayagaon, APWD has set up more than two hundred different types of dwelling units.
The areas of Garacharma and Doodhline are poised to witness the proposed construction of nearly three hundred dwelling units.
India Housing offers information on housing authorities in Port Blair.
