Archive · 14 Dec 2025
Andhra Approves Rs 1,615 Cr Rail Cargo Terminal
The Andhra Pradesh government has approved a big project to build a new rail cargo terminal near Nellore district.
This terminal, costing Rs 1,615 crore, will help move goods more efficiently and create about 1,300 jobs.
The first part of the project will use 153.77 acres of land in Chevuru village.
The terminal is designed to grow as needed and will support the nearby Ramayapatnam Port.
This project is part of Andhra Pradesh's plan to become a major logistics and manufacturing hub on India's east coast.
The government has also waived some fees for the land transfer to make the project easier to start.
Andhra Pradesh government approved a Rs 1,615 crore multi-cargo modular rail terminal in Nellore district.
Phase-1 includes 153.77 acres in Chevuru village, with potential expansion across 429 acres.
The terminal will serve as a key inland logistics node for the Ramayapatnam deep-water port.
Project expected to create 1,300 jobs and improve freight movement along the east coast.
Government waived stamp duty and registration charges for inter-agency land transfer.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh government, Ramayapatnam Cargo Rail Terminal (RCRT)
- What
- Approval of a Rs 1,615 crore multi-cargo modular rail terminal
- When
- Phase-1 land allotment approved; future phases pending
- Where
- Nellore district, near Tettu Railway Station, Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- To transform freight movement, create jobs, and strengthen multimodal connectivity
- Project Cost
- Rs 1,615 crore
- Location
- Nellore district, near Tettu Railway Station
- Land Allotted
- 153.77 acres in Chevuru village (Phase-1)
- Total Land
- 429 acres
- Jobs Created
- 1,300 estimated
- Approval Date
- December 4 (SIPB review)
- Key Agencies
- AP Maritime Board, APIIC, RCRT
