The Central Government has committed ₹42,219 crore towards railway infrastructure development in Telangana, with ₹5,337 crore already disbursed for ongoing projects, according to Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy. Speaking during the virtual inauguration of the upgraded Begumpet Railway Station, the minister highlighted the scope of transformation under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, which aims to modernise 1,300 stations across India, -40 of which are in Telangana.
The Begumpet station, which will be operated entirely by women staff, was relaunched on the 300th birth anniversary of Rajmata Ahilyabai Holkar. Kishan Reddy noted that by 2026, several stations in the state will reflect local architectural heritage. A notable ₹720 crore has been allocated for the redevelopment of Secunderabad station, while Nampally station is receiving ₹100 crore as part of a larger ₹350 crore package. Both are expected to be operational by next year.
Additionally, the government has approved a new station at Komuravelli to accommodate pilgrims visiting during the Dussehra festivities. Although the MMTS Phase-II suburban rail project experienced delays of nearly six to seven years, fresh momentum has been generated with the central support of approximately ₹1,000 crore. An extension to Yadadri, worth ₹400 crore, is set to commence soon.
To enhance rail safety, the ‘Kavach’ anti-collision system is being trialled across 617 km of track in Telangana. Infrastructure improvements include the removal of 121 unmanned level crossings and the construction of 203 underpasses, 43 overbridges, and 45 footbridges. High-speed Wi-Fi has been made available at 174 stations, alongside the addition of 88 new kiosks and retail outlets.
Kishan Reddy also mentioned that work has commenced on infrastructure upgrades at major stations such as Kacheguda, Khammam, and the Kazipet coach factory, which alone is receiving ₹580 crore.
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