Syamala Nagar and Sanjeevaiah Nagar ROBs sanctioned, says Union Minister Pemmasani

Union Minister of State for Rural Development Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar told The Hindu that the Ministry of Railways has sanctioned Road Over Bridges (ROBs) at Syamala Nagar and Sanjeevaiah Nagar in Guntur, with a total funding of Rs. 160 crore.

Dr. Pemmasani stated that the entire cost will be borne by the Central Government, with no financial obligation on the part of the State. He emphasized that these approvals fulfill promises made to the public during the elections, adding that necessary infrastructure for Guntur is being addressed one by one.

He further said that including these two latest approvals, a total of seven ROBs have now been sanctioned for the Guntur parliamentary constituency—Sankar Vilas, Gaddipadu, Pedapalakaluru, Nandivelugu, and Mangalagiri being the others. Together, these projects account for Rs. 572 crore in central funding, with the Centre taking full financial responsibility.

Dr. Pemmasani also met with South Central Railway General Manager Arun Kumar Jain in Hyderabad on Friday, expressing gratitude for his support. He requested the GM’s cooperation in resolving drainage and traffic issues near three existing bridges in Guntur city.

Published - June 14, 2025 09:35 am IST