High-speed rail corridor likely to boost connectivity in Rayalaseema, says MLA
Puttaparthi MLA Palle Sindhura Reddy announced that the proposed Hyderabad-Bengaluru high-speed rail corridor will pass through Dharmavaram and Puttaparthi. The project aims to boost regional connectivity, support local tourism, and enhance economic activity across several districts in Andhra Pradesh.
Why it matters
Improved high-speed rail infrastructure is critical for regional economic development and better accessibility to major pilgrimage and tourism sites in the Rayalaseema region.
Puttaparthi MLA Palle Sindhura Reddy said on Sunday that the proposed Hyderabad-Bengaluru high-speed rail corridor, which will pass through Dharmavaram and Puttaparthi, is expected to improve connectivity and support economic activity in Rayalaseema region.
Speaking to the media here, the MLA said the proposed rail corridor through Dharmavaram and Puttaparthi would benefit pilgrims visiting Puttaparthi and improve travel options for residents of Sri Sathya Sai district and other neighbouring districts.
She said that the corridor could enhance access to key towns including Puttaparthi, Penukonda, Hindupur, Dharmavaram, Kadiri, Madakasira and Rapthadu. “The project is also expected to benefit people in Kurnool, Anantapur, and Sri Sathya Sai districts located between Hyderabad and Bengaluru,” the MLA said.
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