Kakinada

Kakinada is a coastal city in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India, located on the southeastern coast along the Bay of Bengal in the Godavari delta region. It serves as the administrative headquarters of the Kakinada district, a district created in the recent administrative reorganization; historically the area was part of the East Godavari district. The city forms an important economic and cultural center in the region.

It hosts one of the country’s major fishing ports and operates the Kakinada Port, a deep-water facility that handles containers, bulk cargo, and project cargo. The adjacent Kakinada Fishing Harbour supports the local fishing industry and related trade. Port activity underpins a broader industrial and export-oriented economy in the area, with agro-based processing, seafood manufacturing, and light manufacturing forming key components of the city’s economic profile.

Transportation links connect Kakinada with major cities in Andhra Pradesh and beyond through road and rail. The city lies on important railway routes and is served by a local railway station. National highways connect Kakinada to other parts of the state. The nearest commercial airports are located in Visakhapatnam and Rajahmundry, with air travel accessible via these hubs.

Educational and research institutions, including engineering and management colleges, contribute to the city’s development. Kakinada is also known for its coastal landscapes, beaches, and delta ecosystems, which shape its cultural life and attract visitors.