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Hans India
2 days ago
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Plea to quadruple Duvvada-Nidadavolu railway line
Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry Federation (AP Chambers) in a letter to the Divisional Railway Manager of Vijayawada Division Narendra A Patil requested the railways to quadruple the Duvvada-Nidadavolu railway line. In the representation, AP Chambers president Potluri Bhasakara Rao stated that Duvvada railway station is an important station as it comes under Visakhapatnam city, which is home to a Special Economic Zone, Med Tech Zone, Vizag Steel Plant, Bulk Drug Park, and several industries. The upcoming Arcelormittal-Nippon Steel Plant in Anakapalli will also be close to Duvvada railway station. The Duvvada to Nidadavolu stretch is the aqua hub of the country. Similarly, there is widespread cultivation of several plantation crops like coconut, palm and others in this stretch. The paddy from the area is transported to different places in India and is also exported to many countries. There are many projects that are coming up in this region including Petrochemical Complexes in the Kakinada region, a Multi Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) in Duvvada-Anakapalli area and a bulk drug park near Anakapalli area. There are also crude oil refineries in the region. The establishment of the fourth railway line between Duvvada-Nidadavole, can function as a dedicated freight corridor enabling faster and economical transportation of goods. It has tremendous potential to emerge as a better alternative to transportation of goods by road as it will be cheaper and faster than road transport. The fourth railway line will also improve the cargo handling capability of Vijayawada Division, thereby increasing its revenue. Bhaskara Rao requested the railways to grant the necessary funds for expediting the development of the new railway line between Duvvada and Nidadavole.
Hans India
27-05-2025
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AP Chambers suggests interventions for rural development
Vijayawada: A delegation of the Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry Federation (AP Chambers), led by President Potluri Bhaskara Rao, met with Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications Dr Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar at his office on Monday and submitted a detailed representation suggesting several strategic interventions to accelerate rural development, industrial growth, and infrastructure enhancement in the State. During the meeting, Potluri Bhaskara Rao expressed appreciation for the Minister's proactive efforts in improving rural and telecommunications infrastructure across Andhra Pradesh. Some of the suggestions include establishment of the National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRD&PR) in Amaravati to build rural governance capacities, launch of a rural employment scheme modelled on MNREGA to support Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs), setting up of rural skill development centres to equip youth with industry-relevant skills, creation of commodity boards for mango, banana, and palm oil to support crop processing and exports, establishment of Defence and Aerospace manufacturing clusters in strategic locations to promote high-value industries. Telecom coverage needed to be improved in underserved regions of Andhra Pradesh by directing service providers to enhance network quality. The minister appreciated the Chambers' proactive role and assured the delegation that the suggestions would be taken up with relevant ministries for further consideration.
Hans India
09-05-2025
- Business
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Suryalanka–Vodarevu: AP Chambers for development of coastal beach corridor
Vijayawada: The Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry Federation (AP Chambers) has submitted a representation to the State Government, recommending the development of a coastal beach corridor between Suryalanka (Bapatla district) and Vodarevu (Chirala, Prakasam district). Special Chief Secretary Ajay Jain, AP Chambers' president Potluri Bhaskara Rao highlighted the significant untapped potential of this picturesque 20-km coastline, which features pristine white-sand beaches and a growing base of hospitality investments. He said that despite Andhra Pradesh's 1,000-km coastline, tourist inflow from outside the state remains limited due to infrastructure and connectivity gaps. A dedicated beach road between Suryalanka and Vodarevu may be created passing through Pandurangapuram Beach, which already hosts several high-end resorts and has many more under development. A direct road connectivity to both Suryalanka and Vodarevu beaches from Vijayawada and Hyderabad, will make them easily accessible and coastal linkage between Suryalanka and Pandurangapuram beach, which has emerged as a hotspot for premium resorts. 'A 6–10 km beach road connecting these key tourism points would unlock opportunities for another 20–25 high-end resorts, transforming the corridor into Andhra Pradesh's own 'Mini Goa'. These beaches are the nearest coastal destinations for people of Telangana, particularly from Hyderabad and surrounding districts, and also hold immense potential as weekend getaways for residents of Vijayawada, Guntur, and the Amaravati capital region. With proper infrastructure and planning, this corridor could become one of the most visited and economically vibrant beach destinations in South India. Bhaskara Rao suggested that the Suryalanka–Vodarevu corridor should aim at addressing these gaps through an integrated model of infrastructure, hospitality, ecotourism, and sustainability. By strengthening road connectivity between these beaches and introducing basic amenities such as lighting, parking, sanitation, and coastal protection, the region can be made accessible and tourist-friendly. The corridor has great potential to attract investments in resorts, eco-lodges, wellness centres, and water sports, while involving local communities in tourism value chains through skill development, local crafts, and food-based experiences. He also emphasised the importance of sustainable tourism practices, including waste management systems, solar-powered facilities, Blue Flag certification, and community-based cooperatives. 'If implemented, the initiative is expected to generate substantial employment for local youth and artisans, increase tourist footfall, and stimulate economic activity in Chirala, Bapatla, and surrounding towns, while firmly placing Andhra Pradesh on the national tourism map,' he said.
