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₹13,724-Crore Railway Works Commence in Guntur District, Eight New Road-Over-Bridges Planned
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 03:03 PM
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Construction of ₹13,724 crore worth railway projects has begun in Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, with plans to build eight new road‑over‑bridges to improve connectivity.
The Andhra Pradesh government has launched a ₹13,724 crore railway development programme in Guntur district, aimed at enhancing rail infrastructure and regional connectivity.
The project includes the construction of eight new road‑over‑bridges (ROBs) to ease traffic congestion and improve safety at key junctions. Work is being carried out under the supervision of the district’s railway authorities, with Pemmasani noted as the chief coordinator.
According to official estimates, the project will span several phases, with initial groundwork and site preparation already underway. The investment is expected to create jobs and stimulate economic activity in the district.
Local officials have highlighted that the new ROBs will reduce travel time for commuters and facilitate smoother freight movement across the region.
The project is part of a broader state initiative to upgrade rail infrastructure and support economic growth in Andhra Pradesh.
The project includes the construction of eight new road‑over‑bridges (ROBs) to ease traffic congestion and improve safety at key junctions. Work is being carried out under the supervision of the district’s railway authorities, with Pemmasani noted as the chief coordinator.
According to official estimates, the project will span several phases, with initial groundwork and site preparation already underway. The investment is expected to create jobs and stimulate economic activity in the district.
Local officials have highlighted that the new ROBs will reduce travel time for commuters and facilitate smoother freight movement across the region.
The project is part of a broader state initiative to upgrade rail infrastructure and support economic growth in Andhra Pradesh.