Live news feed — last updated 25 August 2026
CREDAI, Vizag chapter, has lauded the AP government's amendments to the AP Building Rules, 2017. These revised rules aim to simplify building approvals, reduce compliance costs. Key changes include an increased permissible building height, flexible payment options for infrastructure impact fees, and expanded TDR frameworks.
Visakhapatnam is set to transform 35 major traffic intersections into 'Halt-Free Junctions' by October 2026, aiming to eliminate vehicle stops and ensure continuous traffic flow, thereby reducing congestion. This initiative is inspired by East Asian urban transport models and involves grade-separated infrastructure.
The AI-driven traffic management project, SARTHI (Systematic Augmented Radial Traffic and Hoop Induction), is slated to go live in Vizag within four to six months. With an estimated cost of ₹60 crore, funded by GVMC and VMRDA, the project will streamline traffic flow across 101 major junctions using advanced AI technologies.
GVMC has proposed the development of 47 new parks across Visakhapatnam,This initiative, with an estimated cost of Rs 22 crore, aims to increase green cover, improve public health, and reduce pollution by incorporating amenities such as walking tracks, open gyms, and rainwater harvesting pits.
AP Govt has approved the revised Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) Master Plan-2041. This comprehensive plan guides land use, transportation, economic growth, and infrastructure development, including proposals for a coastal corridor, Bay City project, Bhogapuram International Airport, and Aerocity.
The Andhra Pradesh Government has allocated an additional 25 acres to Sify Infinit Spaces for the second phase of its 500 MW hyperscale data center campus in Vizag. This expansion is part of Sify's significant investment and is expected to bolster cloud computing, AI, and digital services in the region.
GVMC is planning significant road widening projects in Bheemunipatnam and the West Zone of Visakhapatnam to improve traffic flow and road safety. The initiative aims to address the city's growing transportation needs and support future urban development, including projects like the Visakha Economic Region and Bhogapuram International Airport.
Larson & Toubro (L&T) has allocated ₹100 billion for its data centre business under 'Lakshya 2031', aiming to create 200 MW of capacity across Vizag, Bengaluru, and Mumbai. The focus will be on AI-ready infrastructure to cater to global hyperscalers and quantum computing organizations.
Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority plans to develop approximately 25,000 housing plots for middle-income homebuyers by 2026. This initiative aims to expand affordable residential land availability and support structured urban growth. The project will be implemented alongside infrastructure upgrades, including road development and transport integration.
Google has officially broken ground on its India AI hub in Visakhapatnam, marking the start of a significant data center and infrastructure buildout. The project, a collaboration with AdaniConneX and Nxtra by Airtel, includes three data center campuses with a combined capacity approaching one gigawatt. This initiative is part of Google's $15 billion investment plan in India
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