The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) oversees 146,204 kilometers of National Highways that span across the entire country. In addition to maintaining and expanding these highways, the Ministry is responsible for developing complementary infrastructure, including Wayside Amenities, Solar Power initiatives, Multimodal Logistics Parks, Ropeways, and Inter Modal Stations (IMS). National Highways Logistics Management Ltd. (NHLML), a wholly owned SPV of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), has been tasked with developing Inter Modal Stations (IMS). These stations are designed to integrate multiple modes of infrastructure at a single location, with the Bus Terminal serving as the central component of the IMS. The second IMS project by NHLML is planned at Tirupati, 22.1 km from Tirumala Temple, the gateway for Venkateswara Temple pilgrims. It will be developed at the existing APSRTC Bus Terminal near the Railway Station, replacing the bus stand and integrating Transport hub with commercial and public amenities. To ensure an efficient design, the Council of Architecture has been assigned to conduct a design competition to attract innovative and sustainable solutions. 

The IMS aims to streamline urban mobility, addressing the rising demand for an integrated, passenger-centric transport system in one of South India’s busiest pilgrimage hubs. Tirupati, being the spiritual capital of Andhra Pradesh, witnesses high footfall from across the country, requiring seamless connectivity between various modes of transportation including rail, road, air and potentially metro in the future. The proposed Intermodal Station is envisioned as a state-of-the-art transit facility that brings together APSRTC bus services, Indian Railways, and other public and private transport systems under one unified infrastructure. This integration will not only enhance commuter convenience and reduce transfer times but also optimize land use, improve traffic circulation, and reduce congestion in and around the station precinct. By leveraging the strategic location of the APSRTC site, the project will serve as a pivotal node in the regional transportation network, supporting multi-modal connectivity, fostering sustainable urban development, and boosting the local economy. The Intermodal Station DESIGN OF INTER-MODAL STATION AT TIRUPATI 4 is designed to align with modern standards of accessibility, safety, and passenger comfort, reinforcing Tirupati’s position as a model city for integrated transport solutions.