Efforts to establish a high-speed rail link between Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam via Vijayawada are well underway, aiming to significantly reduce travel time between the two major cities.

The Railways department, following directives from the central government, has commissioned a Preliminary Engineering Cum Traffic Survey for this ambitious project.

Assigned to SM Consultancy last May, the ongoing survey is slated for completion by March's end, paving the way for the preparation of a detailed project report (DPR) based on its findings.

With the escalating traffic between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh post-bifurcation, there's a pressing need for improved connectivity.

This high-speed rail corridor not only promises to link the capitals of both Telugu states but also aims to streamline travel, trade, and logistics operations.

Previously, demands for a railway line along the Hyderabad-Vijayawada national highway were frequently voiced by former MPs from undivided Nalgonda. 

However, it's only after the state's bifurcation that the Central government recognized and approved the establishment of this crucial rail corridor.

This decision is set to fulfill the longstanding aspirations of residents in areas spanning Ranga Reddy, combined Nalgonda, and Krishna district along the national highway in Andhra Pradesh.

Upon the completion of the high-speed rail corridor, commuters can anticipate a significant reduction in travel time.

The journey from Shamshabad International Airport to Visakhapatnam, covering a distance of 900 kilometers, will shrink to a mere four and a half hours.

Operating at an impressive speed of 220 kilometers per hour, the high-speed train service holds the promise of enabling day trips between the two cities, ushering in a new era of swift and efficient intercity travel.