02 Apr 2025

Tirupati, a pilgrimage city in Andhra Pradesh, has emerged as a model smart city with infrastructure projects worth INR 2,000 crore under the Smart Cities Mission. Key developments include the Integrated Command and Control Centre for real-time governance, the INR 658 crore Garuda Varadhi elevated corridor easing access to Tirumala, and an Intelligent Traffic Management System. The city has also focused on solid waste management and digital infrastructure upgrades. Despite a INR 400 crore funding gap delaying some projects, efforts continue to improve urban services. Tirupati aims to balance its spiritual heritage with sustainable urban development, setting a benchmark for other Indian cities.Read more

02 Apr 2025

Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, is undergoing rapid transformation through key infrastructure projects aimed at boosting urban living and economic growth. On March 9, 2025, 105 projects were launched in the Nellore Rural assembly constituency, part of 303 works to be completed in 60 days. Major initiatives include a four-lane highway (INR 3,541.89 crore), Nellore Airport (INR 368 crore), and expansion of thermal power plants. A Waste-to-Energy plant is also planned to enhance sustainability. The Nellore Railway Station is being redeveloped, and a greenfield airport near Dagadarthi is in progress. APIIC is promoting industrial growth through new parks and infrastructure, positioning Nellore as a regional hub for development and connectivity.Read more

Vidhi Sangoi

02 Apr 2025

The Gujarat Maritime Cluster (GMC), India's first commercial maritime hub, is being developed at GIFT City, Gandhinagar, to integrate shipping, finance, insurance, and legal services into a unified ecosystem. Overseen by the Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB), GMC aims to strengthen India's global maritime presence. With INR 1.5 lakh crore in investment proposals signed before the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024, the project is expected to create 90,000 jobs. Positioned within India's first international financial services center, GMC will enhance operational efficiency, attract foreign investments, and drive innovation in maritime technology, reinforcing Gujarat's dominance in India's maritime sector.Read more

01 Apr 2025

The Andhra Pradesh government has approved the INR 11,009 crore Phase 1 of the Vijayawada Metro, covering 38.6 km across two corridors-from Gannavaram to PNBS (25.9 km) and PNBS to Penamaluru (12.76 km). With 34 stations planned, the metro aims to ease traffic and enhance urban mobility. Land acquisition of 91 acres is underway at a cost of INR 1,152 crore. The project follows a Public-Private Partnership model, with 40% funding from the Centre. A future extension to Amaravati is also planned. The metro is expected to transform Vijayawada's transport network, linking key areas and supporting regional development.Read more

Vidhi Sangoi

01 Apr 2025

Kattupalli Port, near Chennai, was launched by L&T in 2012 and acquired by Adani Ports (APSEZ) in 2018. Initially designed for shipbuilding and limited cargo handling, APSEZ aimed to transform it into a major maritime hub. Expansion plans to boost capacity from 18 MTPA to 320 MTPA faced environmental opposition, prompting scaled-down proposals, including a revised INR 2,100 crore expansion. Despite challenges, the port earned INR 1,592 crore revenue in FY23. Strategically located with 24x7 access and efficient cargo handling facilities, Kattupalli remains a vital multi-cargo port. Its future hinges on balancing infrastructure growth with environmental and community concerns.Read more

Vidhi Sangoi

01 Apr 2025

The Vizhinjam International Seaport, located near Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is poised to become a major transshipment hub, reducing India's reliance on ports like Colombo, Singapore, and Dubai. Developed under a INR 20,000 crore investment by the Adani Group and Kerala government, the port features a natural depth of 24 meters, enabling it to accommodate Ultra Large Container Ships (ULCS). With trial operations underway since July 2024, Vizhinjam has already handled 100,000 TEUs. Expansion plans aim to increase capacity to 3 million TEUs by 2028, integrating cruise terminals and boosting regional economic growth.Read more

Vidhi Sangoi

31 Mar 2025

Paradip Port has emerged as India's highest cargo-handling major port, recording 145.38 million metric tonnes (MMT) in FY 2023-24, surpassing Deendayal Port. To accommodate rising demand, the INR 10,000 crore expansion plan includes the Western Dock (25 MMT capacity), full mechanization by 2030, and a 10 MW solar power plant. Future projects include the INR 1,400 crore North Dock Complex-3 (NDC-3) and INR 2,110 crore Kendrapara riverine port. With INR 61,000 crore investment from Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Paradip is poised to become a petrochemical and green energy hub, aligning with the Sagarmala and Maritime India Vision 2030.Read more

31 Mar 2025

The Maharashtra Government is implementing the 'Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Housing for All (Urban)' initiative in line with the Prime Minister's vision of 'Housing for All' by 2022. The scheme includes four components: Beneficiary Led Construction (BLC), Affordable Housing in Partnership (AHP), Affordable Rental Housing (ARH), and the Interest Subsidy Scheme (ISS). A unified web portal allows for easy registration under PMAY (Urban) 2.0. Applicants must submit documents like Aadhaar, PAN, income certificate, and land records to the Social Development Department at Belapur Bhavan, Navi Mumbai. The scheme offers subsidized ownership and rental options for economically weaker sections. A help desk has also been set up for guidance.Read more

Vidhi Sangoi

31 Mar 2025

The Jharkhand Industrial Corridor is a strategic initiative aimed at leveraging the state's rich mineral resources-coal, iron ore, bauxite, and mica-to drive industrialization and economic growth. Supported by infrastructure projects, the corridor seeks to enhance connectivity and commercial development. Key projects include a INR 465 crore, 44-km NH-33 stretch and a INR 1,876 crore elevated corridor in Jamshedpur to reduce congestion. Jharkhand is also a beneficiary of the INR 3,330.40 crore national infrastructure push and aligns with the Amritsar-Kolkata Industrial Corridor (AKIC). With national investments exceeding INR 28,602 crore (USD 3.41 billion) in industrial corridors, Jharkhand is positioning itself as a major manufacturing and logistics hub in eastern India.Read more

31 Mar 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government has approved Master Plan 2031 Phase-2 for areas along the 165 km Yamuna Expressway, covering parts of Aligarh, Mathura, Hathras, and Agra. The plan includes key projects like a INR 7,200 crore Heritage City in Mathura's Raya Urban Centre and a 364-acre Logistics Park in Aligarh's Tappal-Bajna township near the upcoming Noida International Airport. Managed by YEIDA, the plan spans 2,593 sq. km and aims to boost residential, industrial, and tourism-led growth. This move follows strategic development models like DMIC and is expected to catalyze economic activity and urbanization across the region.Read more