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The Hindu
a day ago
- Business
- The Hindu
VMRDA chairman tells staff to speed up works related to Metro Rail & roads connected to Bhogapuram airport
Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) Chairman M. V. Pranav Gopal on Monday directed officials to expedite the work related to Visakhapatnam Metro Rail (VMR) and the master plan roads connected to the upcoming Bhogapuram International Airport in neighbouring Vizianagaram district. He held a review meeting with officials in the presence of Metropolitan Commissioner K. S. Viswanathan. The Chairman was informed that tenders have also been invited for some roads connected to the international airport to ease the traffic movement, and the tender process for the remaining master plan roads will have to be initiated. The roads will have to be completed by July 2026 as per the directions of the government as the international airport is likely to start its operations by the time, the Chairman was informed. While reviewing the Metro Rail project, the Chairman directed the officials to coordinate and support the officials related to the Metro Rail project from the stakeholders, including the State, Centre and the bankers concerned. He said that the transport project like the metro rail is necessary for the current and future needs of the public and the government is giving priority to the Metro Rail in the city. Later, he participated in the weekly grievance redressal programme Praja Darbar. He received suggestions and objections related to VMRDA's Master Plan 2041. Some of the grievances suggested that the authority should create layouts for industries and also complete the pending works of roads in the layouts. They said that people are not able to purchase plots of the authorised layouts due to incomplete roads and construction works, which should be taken up by the urban authority.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Naveen flays move to cancel Metro project
Bhubaneswar: The BJD supremo, Naveen Patnaik, expressed concern over the Odisha government's decision to cancel the Bhubaneswar Metro Rail project initiated during his tenure, saying the move will push the city 10 years back in terms of urban mobility and development. Patnaik's reaction came hours after it was reported that the State's BJP government had scrapped the Metro rail project contract with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). Taking to social media on Saturday, Patnaik said, 'Shocked to know that Bhubaneswar Metro Rail contracts have been cancelled by BJP led #Odisha Govt. It has always been our dream to develop #Bhubaneswar into a world-class city. We have been focusing on world-class sports infrastructure, organising marquee international events, providing seamless modern transport and developing IT ecosystem to transform the temple city into a world-class city.' Stating that the project would have reshaped the way the State capital moves with Mo Bus and other last-mile connectivity, complementing the city transport, Patnaik said apart from alleviating congestion inside the city significantly, it would have been a huge catalyst for the expansion of the city. 'Realising the urgent need of a Metro System for enhanced mobility, we had set a watertight timeline of 2027 for Phase 1 of the project,' Patnaik said. The former chief minister said it has now been learned from the notice by DMRC to contractors that Odisha government has scrapped the Bhubaneswar Metro project. 'The double-engine government has betrayed the people of Odisha by cancelling an important project like Metro Rail. The shocking decision will push the city 10 years back,' he said. Odisha's Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, however, said the State government is earnestly planning a feasible Metro project for the State capital. He said the previous BJD government did not seek Central assistance as it had planned a fully State-funded Rs 5,000-crore project connecting Biju Patnaik International Airport with Trisulia Square. The minister said the BJP government wanted to execute the project in a joint venture with the Centre's help. 'We will have the Metro rail project differently from the past government's plan, which was not feasible. A new DRP will be prepared and sent to the Centre for approval,' the minister said.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Officials told to speed up land acquisition for Vizag Metro Rail project
District Collector M.N. Harendhira Prasad has asked the officials to speed up the land acquisition work for the Visakhapatnam Metro Rail project and expansion of railway lines. Participating in a review meeting with the officials on Saturday, the Collector enquired about the status of land acquisition, issuance of notifications, and other requirements for the Metro Rail project and railway line expansion. He enquired about the land acquisition to be made for the Visakhapatnam–Gopalapatnam 3rd and 4th lines, proposed flyover between Pendurthi and Simhachalam North stations and Vadlapudi Junction, Gajuwaka–Kanithi Road, and the Duvvada–Simhachalam development works. Mr. Harendhira Prasad also reviewed the land acquisition process for the three corridors under Phase-1 of the Visakhapatnam Metro Rail project and issued guidelines to the authorities concerned. He asked the revenue officials to speed up the issuance of Form-2 notifications and submit the reports within the given time.
Hans India
5 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
AP Cabinet nod for Rs. 80K-cr investments
Vijayawada: The Andhra Pradesh state Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, on Thursday approved investment proposals totaling an impressive Rs 80,000 crore. Other key decisions also included the green light for the first phase of Metro Rail projects in Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam, along with a new policy to boost electronics manufacturing. Addressing the media at the Secretariat after the Cabinet meet, Minister for Information and Public Relations K Parthasarathy detailed the Cabinet's resolutions. Among the significant approvals were proposals from the State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB), including an investment of Rs 16,466 crore by SIFY Infinite Spaces Limited to establish a data centre in Visakhapatnam. For this project, 3.6 acres of land will be allotted in Madhurawada, Visakhapatnam. The Cabinet also approved other investment proposals from IT companies. A major strategic move by the government is the approval of the AP Electronics Components Manufacturing Policy 4.0. This policy aims at attracting global investments in the electronics components manufacturing sector, leveraging central government incentives that have previously benefited states like Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu. Parthasarathy announced the Cabinet's approval to invite tenders for the first phase of the Visakhapatnam Metro Rail project, estimated at a cost of Rs 11,498 crore. Similarly, the Vijayawada Metro Rail Project Phase-I, with an estimated cost of Rs 10,118 crore, also received Cabinet approval. Other crucial decisions included amendments to the AP Regulation of Unauthorised Layouts and Plot Rules., approval for the procurement of tobacco with a limit of 20 quintals per farmer and the acceptance of the report submitted by Justice M Satyanarayana Murthy on the Tirumala stampede. The Chief Minister has directed officials to initiate action against those found to have failed in their duties during the incident. Following the Cabinet meeting, Naidu addressed his ministers, advising them to prioritise the allotment of house sites to the poor. He also stressed that Andhra Pradesh should take a leading role in Green Hydrogen initiatives. Referring to his upcoming Singapore tour, the Chief Minister recalled that Singapore had previously come forward to develop Amaravati, but the previous YSRCP government had 'driven away' the Singapore company by branding them as corrupt. He underscored the critical need for rebuilding 'Brand AP' and re-convincing Singaporean companies to invest in the state.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Andhra cabinet clears ₹80,000 cr investment push, metro projects get green light
Amaravati, The Andhra Pradesh cabinet on Thursday approved investment proposals worth ₹80,000 crore, including inviting tenders for the Vizag metro and approving the Vijayawada metro, said Information and Public Relations Minister K Parthasarathy. Andhra cabinet clears ₹ 80,000 cr investment push, metro projects get green light The minister said these approvals are expected to generate 1.5 lakh jobs, positioning Andhra Pradesh as a preferred destination for investors. "Investment proposals worth nearly ₹80,000 crore were approved. Up to 1.5 lakh jobs are expected from these investments," said Parthasarathy, addressing a press conference at the secretariat. The cabinet approved the Andhra Pradesh Electronic Components Manufacturing Policy 4.O, aimed at developing electronic industries in the state, he said. It also cleared the allocation of 4.45 acres of land to Phenom People Pvt Ltd in Vizag for an investment of ₹200 crore, expected to generate 2,500 jobs. Further, Parthasarathy said the cabinet approved 3.6 acres of land for Sify Infinity Spaces at Madhurawada IT Hill and another 50 acres at Paradesipalem in Vizag at ₹50 lakh per acre, facilitating a ₹16,466 crore investment to establish the port city as a data hub. "This strategic development will position Visakhapatnam as a key data hub, attracting technology-based firms and enhancing the state's capabilities in cloud computing, data storage, and digital services," he added. The cabinet also approved the allocation of 30 acres in Madhurawada to Sattva Developers Pvt Ltd at ₹1.5 crore per acre for a proposed investment of ₹15,000 crore, and 2.5 acres to ANSR Global Corporation Pvt Ltd at Madhurawada for an investment of ₹1,000 crore. It approved a proposal to invite tenders for up to 40 per cent of phase I works of the Visakhapatnam Metro Rail project, to be executed under a 50:50 government joint venture, at an estimated cost of ₹11,498 crore, added the minister. Similarly, it granted in-principle approval for phase I of the Vijayawada Metro Rail Project with two corridors, estimated at ₹10,118 crore. The project will also follow a 50:50 equity funding model, with the tendering process and Notice to Proceed subject to approval from the ministry of housing and urban affairs. The cabinet ratified key activities under the Andhra Pradesh Mineral Development Corporation's 2025-26 second tranche bond issuance, including acceptance of a ₹5,526 crore subscription amount. Among other decisions, it approved the allocation of an 800 MW pumped storage power project at Owk in Nandyal district to RVR Projects Pvt Ltd, the minister said. The cabinet also approved the Green Hydrogen Valley Declaration recently announced in Amaravati. It accepted the report submitted by Justice M Satyanarayana Murthy on the stampede that occurred at Padmavathi Park in Bairagipatteda, Tirupati, on January 8, 2025. Additionally, it cleared incentives for the development of luxury hotels by ITC Hotels Ltd and Lansum Leisures & Entertainment LLP in Vizag, among other proposals. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
