₹500 crore railway station upgradation project likely to resume soon, says Visakhapatnam MP
Addressing a press conference here at the party office on Saturday, Mr. Sribharat also noted that the Union government has appointed a General Manager for the South Coast Railway Zone, who will be assuming charge shortly. He expressed optimism that this move would accelerate development of both headquarters and other pending railway projects in the region. Soon, a gazette notification may also be issued, he said.
Highlighting the upcoming events, Mr. Sribharat said that the district administration is making elaborate arrangements for International Yoga Day event on June 21. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, and other dignitaries are expected to attend. The event aims to set records with a turnout of 3.5 to 5 lakh participants, stretching from RK Beach to Bheemunipatnam.
Reflecting on his first year as an MP, Mr. Sribharat described it as a valuable learning experience. He also announced that the government would soon launch the 'Thalli Ki Vandanam' scheme, offering free bus transportation for women.
Metro Rail Project
The MP also informed that the Metro Rail Project is under the DPR stage. The authorities concerned have also called for detailed design bids, for which around 20 design consultants have expressed their interest.
MLC Chiranjeevi Rao said that the appointment of a GM for the South Coast Railway Zone demonstrates the NDA government's commitment to fulfilling its railway promises. He criticised the previous YSRCP government for failing to allocate land for the railway zone headquarters during its tenure.
He said that under the NDA, key projects like the Polavaram Project and Amaravati Capital development are being revived. Mr. Chiranjeevi Rao also highlighted significant educational reforms being implemented under the leadership of IT Minister Nara Lokesh.
Former MLA and Visakhapatnam TDP president Gandi Babjee was among those present.
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