South Central Railway redeveloping 53 Andhra Pradesh stations
RAILWAYS & METRO RAIL

South Central Railway redeveloping 53 Andhra Pradesh stations

The South Central Railway (SCR) is undertaking the redevelopment of 53 railway stations across Andhra Pradesh with an investment of $1.4 billion under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS).

According to SCR Chief Public Relations Officer A. Sridhar, the Indian Railways has initiated large-scale upgrades of key stations, including Tirupati, Rajamahendravaram, and Nellore, aiming to offer world-class amenities. The foundation stone for these projects was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi a few months ago. Sridhar emphasised that the initiative is intended to transform the stations into regional growth hubs.

Divisional Railway Manager (Vijayawada), Narendra A. Patil, provided a breakdown of the redevelopment costs: - Tirupati: $30 million - Rajamahendravaram: $21.4 million - Nellore: $10.2 million - Kurnool City: $4.3 million - Anakapalle: $2.7 million - Tadepalligudem and Nidadavolu Junctions: $2.7 million each - Narsapur and Repalle: $2.5 million each - Bhimavaram Town, Eluru, and Kakinada Town: $2.1 million each - Kadapa: $2 million - Machilipatnam and Gudivada: $1.7 million each - Samalkot: $1.5 million - Vinukonda: $1.2 million - Gooty: $1.08 million

The revamped stations will feature landscaping, stalls under the ‘One Station, One Product’ initiative, expanded entry and circulation areas, LED boards, improved waiting halls, and better signage. Special attention will be given to promoting local art and culture. Additionally, work is underway to build footpaths, enhance parking spaces, electrify areas, and widen approach roads for improved accessibility.

(The Hindu)

The South Central Railway (SCR) is undertaking the redevelopment of 53 railway stations across Andhra Pradesh with an investment of $1.4 billion under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS). According to SCR Chief Public Relations Officer A. Sridhar, the Indian Railways has initiated large-scale upgrades of key stations, including Tirupati, Rajamahendravaram, and Nellore, aiming to offer world-class amenities. The foundation stone for these projects was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi a few months ago. Sridhar emphasised that the initiative is intended to transform the stations into regional growth hubs. Divisional Railway Manager (Vijayawada), Narendra A. Patil, provided a breakdown of the redevelopment costs: - Tirupati: $30 million - Rajamahendravaram: $21.4 million - Nellore: $10.2 million - Kurnool City: $4.3 million - Anakapalle: $2.7 million - Tadepalligudem and Nidadavolu Junctions: $2.7 million each - Narsapur and Repalle: $2.5 million each - Bhimavaram Town, Eluru, and Kakinada Town: $2.1 million each - Kadapa: $2 million - Machilipatnam and Gudivada: $1.7 million each - Samalkot: $1.5 million - Vinukonda: $1.2 million - Gooty: $1.08 million The revamped stations will feature landscaping, stalls under the ‘One Station, One Product’ initiative, expanded entry and circulation areas, LED boards, improved waiting halls, and better signage. Special attention will be given to promoting local art and culture. Additionally, work is underway to build footpaths, enhance parking spaces, electrify areas, and widen approach roads for improved accessibility. (The Hindu)

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

NHAI Defends Use of Mamallapuram Pond for ECR Project Ramp

                                                The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT) that it was compelled to use a portion of a pond in Mamallapuram to construct an exit ramp for the East Coast Road (ECR) four-laning project between Mamallapuram and Puducherry. The clarification comes in response to a petition alleging that the construction encroached on the waterbody without valid justification.In its submission..

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

Tiruvallur Begins Full Audit of Accident-Prone Roads

Tiruvallur, a fast-growing logistics and residential hub on Chennai’s northwestern edge, has begun a comprehensive audit of fatal and non-fatal road accidents across the district.Special task forces made up of transport, police, and revenue officials have started field investigations at high-risk locations such as Red Hills, Poonamallee, and Tiruvallur town.The initiative follows an alarming 188 road crashes, including 49 fatalities, reported in February alone. Tiruvallur Collector M. Prathap has directed officials to analyse five years’ worth of crash data to assess if road design flaws o..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Modi Hands Over 51K Job Letters, Urges Youth to Drive Growth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday distributed over 51,000 appointment letters to newly recruited youth in various government departments and organisations, addressing them via videoconferencing during the Rozgar Mela.Speaking to the gathering, Modi said today marks the beginning of new responsibilities for the recruits. He urged them to strengthen India’s economy, boost internal security, help build modern infrastructure, and bring meaningful change to people's lives. The sincerity with which they perform their duties, he said, would directly impact India’s journey towards becoming a ..

Advertisement

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?