P Basanth Kumar from the 2007 IAS batch assumed charge as vice-chairman of Visakhapatnam Urban Development Authority (Vuda) on Monday. He was joint secretary to the governor at Raj Bhavan prior to his new appointment. Basanth Kumar said he will give top priority to the flyover project at NAD Junction as well as ensure that all pending projects within Vuda limits are complete in time. He further said he will consider the viabilities of public private partnership for projects that are yet to take off.Basant Kumar said Vuda is currently not facing any fund crunch and will be able to develop its area as per the guidelines framed by the municipal administration and urban development department.He also visited the Vuda Childrens Arena at Siripuram and examined the repairing works at Gurajada Kalakshetram.