Amaravati bullet train link to airport signals Andhra Pradesh rail surge
28.10.2025
The proposed Amaravati bullet train service dominated the proceedings as Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu reviewed the state’s rail and logistics projects at a high-level meeting at the Secretariat.
This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Amaravati bullet train highlights Andhra’s transport focus
The chief minister emphasized that Amaravati should be included in the future high-speed rail corridors that will connect the city of Hyderabad and Chennai.
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The Chennai-Bengaluru corridor should incorporate Tirupati to enhance connectivity as directed by Naidu. The rail projects of ₹33,630 crore that were being implemented were reviewed by him. These include Nadikudi-Srikalahasti, Guntur-Guntakal section, Gunadala Mustabad bypass
The Chief Minister directed that ₹27 crore should be released immediately for the Nadikudi-Srikalahasti section and that services should start on the Kotipalli-Narsapur route that includes the Kakinada-Kotipalli-Amalapuram section.
Amaravati bullet train supports port and station development
Naidu approved land allocation for new coaching terminals in Amaravati and Gannavaram while expansion continues in Vijayawada and Guntur. He emphasized that rail cooperation is crucial for Andhra Pradesh’s logistics ambitions and announced that an Integrated Logistics Park will be developed jointly with the central government.
He emphasized the need for new port connections such as Mulapeta, Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, and Ramayapatnam. The CM also reviewed the proposed Dedicated Freight Corridor from Kharagpur to Chennai and the creation of 1,564 kilometers of new rail infrastructure.
In respect of passenger infrastructure, Naidu asked that Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Tirupati, and Amaravati stations should be made iconic hubs. He asked for an innovative design for the Amaravati station and quicker implementation of Vijayawada’s work. In addition, he pointed out that modernization of 73 stations in the state has been initiated through Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
Source: www.newindianexpress.com
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What is the Amaravati bullet train project?
It is a proposal by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu to connect Amaravati’s capital region and its planned international airport through a high-speed rail corridor.
How much investment is planned in Andhra Pradesh’s railway sector?
The Chief Minister reviewed railway projects valued at ₹33,630 crore, including several major lines and station modernization efforts across the state.
Which cities will the Amaravati bullet train link?
The proposal aims to integrate Amaravati into high-speed corridors connecting Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Chennai, with Tirupati also included for regional connectivity.
What other developments were discussed?
Naidu focused on improving port connectivity, creating a Dedicated Freight Corridor from Kharagpur to Chennai, and developing Amaravati, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, and Tirupati stations as modern passenger hubs.
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