Infrastructure and Safety Audit: SCoR General Manager Inspects Nandyal-Guntur Section
General Manager Sandeep Mathur conducted a comprehensive review of the Nandyal–Guntur railway corridor on July 31, 2026. The inspection focused on Amrit Bharat redevelopment progress, tunnel construction, and employee welfare facilities.
Key takeaways
- SCoR GM Sandeep Mathur inspected safety and amenities on the Nandyal-Guntur section on July 31, 2026.
- Nandyal Railway Station is undergoing redevelopment as part of the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
- A new tunnel in the Chalema-Diguvametta section was reviewed for safety and construction timeline adherence.
- The inspection prioritized frontline staff welfare, including upgrades to Crew Lobbies and Running Rooms.
- Technical audits were performed at Gajulapalli's Signalling and Telecommunication Relay Room.
Assessment of Station Redevelopment and Passenger Facilities
On July 31, 2026, Sandeep Mathur, the General Manager (GM) of South Coast Railway (SCoR), led a high-level inspection of the Nandyal–Guntur section. At Markapuram Road Railway Station, Mathur evaluated existing safety protocols and the quality of basic amenities. He instructed department heads to uphold rigorous maintenance standards for station infrastructure and strictly follow established safety regulations.
The tour included an update on the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme at Nandyal Railway Station. Mathur examined the progress of ongoing redevelopment projects, demanding that officials sustain the momentum of construction without compromising on quality or disrupting passenger movement. He emphasized that the modernization of infrastructure must align with operational efficiency.
Frontline Welfare and Technical Systems
During the review, the General Manager visited the Gajulapalli Railway Station to inspect the Signalling and Telecommunication (S&T) Relay Room, ensuring technical systems met current requirements. Further attention was given to operational personnel through an inspection of the Crew Lobby and Running Room. Mathur asserted that providing modern, comfortable facilities for frontline staff is a prerequisite for maintaining safe and customer-focused railway operations.
Tunnel Engineering and Division Progress
The inspection extended to the Guntur Division, where Mathur visited the under-construction tunnel in the Chalema–Diguvametta section. He analyzed the construction methodology and safety protocols governing the project. Key directives issued during this segment of the tour included:
- Strict adherence to safety and quality benchmarks during heavy engineering works.
- Timely completion of the tunnel project to facilitate better connectivity.
- Continuous monitoring of infrastructure development across the Nandyal–Guntur corridor.
Source: The Hindu — National
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