New Delhi: An agreement worth Rs 300 crore was signed between Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) and Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd (RVNL) on Thursday, January 2, to construct a flyover to reduce congestion and enable seamless cargo movement via road and rail traffic towards the port. The project will cover the areas surrounding the port and critical parts of the city leading to it and is designed to improve traffic management and cargo evacuation.
Rs 300 Crore Flyover Project Details for Visakhapatnam Port
According to an official press release from VPA, “The agreement pertains to constructing a flyover bridge connecting Seahorse Junction to the dock area at Vizag Port. The estimated cost of the project is approximately Rs 300 crore. The flyover will eliminate 11 level crossings obstructing traffic flow, ensuring smooth cargo movement.”
The flyover, which spans 3.3 km in length, will feature a carriageway width of seven metres for two lanes and 10.5 metres for three lanes, facilitating efficient entry and exit for port-bound traffic.
About Visakhapatnam Port
Visakhapatnam Port, also called Vizag Port, is one of India’s major ports and the only major port in Andhra Pradesh. It is on the east coast of India, between Chennai and Kolkata. The port handles many types of cargo, including iron, steel, fertilizers, alumina, crude oil, petroleum products, and coking coal.
Construction of the port started after World War I, based on reports from the British Survey Party and the British Admiralty. The port has fair weather from December to April, a rainy season from mid-June to mid-September, and cyclones in May, October and November.
Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) and Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd (RVNL) partnered to construct a Rs 300 crore flyover to alleviate congestion and enhance cargo movement. The 3.3 km flyover will connect Seahorse Junction to the dock area, eliminating 11 level crossings. This infrastructure upgrade aims to improve traffic management and efficiency at one of India’s major ports in Andhra Pradesh. Biz News Business News – Personal Finance News, Share Market News, BSE/NSE News, Stock Exchange News Today
