Sullurupeta station redeveloped under Rs 14.5 Cr Amrit Bharat plan

Andhra Pradesh: Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications, Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, emphasized the integral role of Indian Railways in national identity and development during the virtual inauguration of the redeveloped Sullurupeta Railway Station in Andhra Pradesh under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.

Railways: A pillar of India’s identity and growth

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Pemmasani noted that Indian Railways, carrying over two crore passengers daily, is not just a transportation system but a symbol of national pride and one of the world’s largest employers.

Modern infrastructure to reflect national confidence

Highlighting the government’s commitment to infrastructure, the minister said that today’s railway stations must be accessible, efficient, and emblematic of national pride. He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership for placing railways at the heart of India’s development agenda, focusing on infrastructure transformation and urban integration.

Redevelopment of Sullurupeta station

The Sullurupeta station, located in the Tirupati district and serving Sriharikota, was redeveloped at a cost of Rs 14.5 crore. The station’s strategic importance lies in its proximity to India’s spaceport, enhancing both pilgrimage and scientific travel access.

Amrit Bharat Scheme: A nationwide vision

The Amrit Bharat station scheme aims to upgrade over 1,300 stations across India. In Andhra Pradesh alone, 73 stations are being redeveloped under this initiative, marking a record scale of transformation.

Andhra Pradesh sees massive rail investment surge

Over the past 11 years, Andhra Pradesh witnessed a significant rise in railway investment. Budget allocations have increased over tenfold—from the 2009–14 period to ₹9,417 crore in 2025–26. The state has added 414 km of new lines, doubled 1,217 km, and electrified 3,748 km. In total, 41 projects worth Rs 34,700 crore have been sanctioned during this period.