Archive · 25 Nov 2025
Nellore's Coastal and Historic Sites Set for Tourism Boost
Nellore district in India is planning to become a big tourism spot.
They want to make the beach, old forts, and temples better so more people can visit.
The government is giving money to fix these places and make them nice for tourists.
This will help the local people by creating jobs and making more money for the area.
The chief minister wants Andhra Pradesh to be a big hub for logistics and tourism on the east coast of India.
Nellore district is planning to develop its coastal and historic sites, including Mypadu Beach, Udayagiri Hill Fort, and Gandhi Ashram, to boost tourism.
Officials have proposed Rs 77 lakh for modernizing Mypadu Beach and significant amounts for other key sites.
The development is part of the Viksit Bharat – Swarna Andhra Pradesh vision, with support from the union government.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has identified tourism as a key driver for the district's economy.
The plans include improving infrastructure, enhancing accessibility, and promoting the sites to attract more visitors.
- Who
- SPSR Nellore district officials, including Tourism regional director Raman Prasad, district planning officer Lakshmi Narasayya, and District Development Coordination Committee member Penuballi Krishna Chaitanya
- What
- Development of tourism infrastructure in Nellore district, including Mypadu Beach, Udayagiri Hill Fort, Gandhi Ashram, and other cultural and spiritual sites
- When
- Details not specified, but officials have met to discuss the development
- Where
- Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Why
- To boost the local economy, create employment opportunities, and leverage the district's rich coastal, historical, and religious assets
- Mypadu Beach Proposal
- Rs 77 lakh
- Pinakini Satyagraha Gandhi Ashram Proposal
- Rs 26.04 crore
- Udayagiri Hill Fort and Temple Proposal
- Rs 36.50 crore
- Sri Ranganayakula Temple Proposal
- Rs 13.25 crore
- Sri Krishna Temple Proposal
- Rs 2.45 crore
- Kurugonda-Kanigiri Reservoir Tourism Centre Proposal
- Rs 22.23 crore
- Penusila Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple Proposal
- Rs 20.62 crore
