Archive · 1 Oct 2026
TER Plan 2047 Links Space, Defence, Industry and Tourism
The Tirupati Economic Region is making a long-term plan for development through 2047.
The plan would connect space and defence businesses in Tirupati and Nellore with factories, ports and airports.
A large Space City of about 2,500 acres is already being developed.
Officials also want research centres linked with IITs and IISERs.
They hope to attract businesses in areas such as aerospace, electronics, renewable energy and food processing.
District officials asked for better roads, electricity, water and transport facilities.
They also want young people trained for jobs such as welding, drone technology and solar manufacturing.
The plan may include 50 to 60 projects, including tourism and social infrastructure.
The TER Plan 2047 proposes linking space and defence clusters in Tirupati and Nellore with ports, airports, highways and industrial areas.
A nearly 2,500-acre Space City is under development, with proposals for research, manufacturing, testing, launch and an R&D park.
Officials cited about 15,000 acres for industrial development in the region, while Chittoor has 2,000–2,500 acres for industrial parks.
Collectors sought advance investment in roads, power, water, logistics and industry-linked training for sectors including green hydrogen and data centres.
The plan may identify 50–60 projects covering industry, healthcare, education, tourism, infrastructure, logistics, skills and innovation.
- Who
- The Tirupati Economic Region authorities, state officials, district collectors, elected representatives, industry leaders, academics, planners and other stakeholders.
- What
- A proposed TER Development Plan 2047 focused on integrated growth across space, defence, manufacturing, logistics, tourism and other sectors.
- When
- The plan was discussed at a stakeholder consultation and workshop held on Wednesday; it covers development through 2047.
- Where
- The Tirupati Economic Region, including Tirupati, Chittoor and Nellore, with links to ports, airports, highways and industrial areas.
- Why
- To address regional development gaps, attract investment, improve connectivity and logistics, create employment and support future industries.
Development Priorities
Safeguards and Local Needs
Growth and connectivity
Development Priorities
Officials and planners support integrated corridors, highways, ports, airports and industrial infrastructure to attract investment and expand manufacturing and logistics.
Safeguards and Local Needs
District representatives emphasized that roads, power, water and other infrastructure must be planned in advance to meet local and future industrial needs.
Tourism and regional projects
Development Priorities
Elected representatives proposed tourism circuits, improved accommodation and transport, digital booking, a Pulicat master plan and a bypass to Sri City.
Safeguards and Local Needs
Forest officials stressed that development around Pulicat and Sriharikota must comply with sanctuary regulations and obtain required clearances.
Industry and employment
Development Priorities
The plan promotes space, defence, green hydrogen, data centres and other emerging sectors, supported by private investment and research partnerships.
Safeguards and Local Needs
Collectors and education representatives sought industry-linked training, internships, career guidance and job fairs so local residents and students can benefit from the expansion.
- Plan
- TER Development Plan 2047, prepared with KPMG as strategic support agency.
- Space City
- A nearly 2,500-acre Space City is under development, with land allotments under way.
- Industrial land
- Officials cited about 15,000 acres for industrial development in the region; Chittoor has 2,000–2,500 acres available for industrial parks.
- Potential projects
- Around 50–60 key projects may be identified across industry, healthcare, education, infrastructure, tourism, logistics, skills and innovation.
- Proposed sectors
- Space, aerospace, defence, electronics, semiconductors, shipbuilding, renewable energy, food processing, horticulture, education and research.
- Skills requested
- Training was sought in welding, solar ingot and wafer manufacturing, drone technology and gantry crane operations.
- Tourism proposals
- Proposals included a circuit covering Tirumala, Srikalahasti, Kanipakam, Talakona and Horsley Hills, plus a Pulicat master plan.
