The Visakhapatnam Railway Station is undergoing a grand makeover with superior standards infrastructure, state-of-the-art skywalks, an intelligent parking management system, and more, according to the Ministry of Railways in a tweet. The up-gradation work will be carried out by the Railway Development Authority, which has invited a request for proposal. The project is estimated to cost around Rs 393.76 Cr.

The project will be taken up in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) mode to create world-class facilities for passengers, according to RLDA Vice-Chairman Ved Parkash Dudeja. RLDA is a statutory body under the Ministry of Railways to develop commercial railway land. The upgraded station will be universally accessible with state-of-the-art skywalks facilitating seamless passenger movement. A Roof Plaza connecting the departure halls with a common waiting area will be constructed above the platforms to facilitate easy movement of passengers, according to the RLDA.

A commercial area over the Multi-Level Car Parking, an Internet-of-Things-based smart parking management system, retail and office spaces, retiring rooms and a medical emergency room are some features planned as part of the redevelopment.

The project aims to provide the passengers with better facilities and enhance their travel experience. The deadline for submission of the bid documents is August 12. The project will more likely be completed in three years. According to the officials, the station will be made entirely accessible through skywalks.