Telangana Budget 2025: Hyderabad to Get 31 Flyovers, Future City Project Announced
The Telangana government has unveiled a budget of Rs 17,677 crore for urban development in the fiscal year 2025-26, focusing on infrastructure enhancement, traffic management, and sustainable development. The announcement was made by Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka during the Assembly session on March 19.
Major Allocations for Urban Development
The budget includes key investments across multiple sectors:
- Rs 7,032 crore for flyovers, road expansions, and underpasses in Hyderabad.
- Rs 5,942 crore for an Integrated Stormwater Drainage Project to address urban flooding.
- Rs 150 crore allocated for beautification efforts across the city.
H-CITI Initiative: Expanding Hyderabad’s Road Infrastructure
The Telangana government is actively working on the H-CITI initiative, aimed at improving urban infrastructure and alleviating traffic congestion. Under this plan, the city will see the construction of 31 new flyovers, 17 underpasses, and 10 road expansion projects with an investment of Rs 7,032 crore.
Integrated Stormwater Drainage Project
In a move to combat urban flooding, the government has sanctioned Rs 5,942 crore for an integrated stormwater drainage system. This initiative includes the development of sewage treatment plants at Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar reservoirs, with a combined capacity of 20 million litres per day (MLD). Additionally, these reservoirs will be replenished using Godavari waters as part of the Musi Riverfront Development Project.
Future City Project: India’s First Net-Zero City
A landmark announcement in the budget is the Future City Project, which will be developed under the newly established Future City Development Authority (FCDA). This visionary project aims to create India’s first net-zero city, integrating sustainable urban planning and multimodal connectivity.
Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka highlighted that the Future City will feature an electric public transport network, green buildings, and specialized zones such as:
- AI City
- Pharma Hub
- Sports City
- Clean Energy Innovation Zone
This project is expected to position Hyderabad as a global center for technology and sustainable development.
SPEED Initiative to Fast-Track Urban Development
The government has also launched the SPEED initiative to accelerate 19 key urban development projects, including:
- Musi Riverfront Development
- Metro Rail Expansion
- Construction of new public infrastructure, including Osmania General Hospital
Breakdown of Budget Allocations
The Telangana government has structured its urban development budget as follows:
- Establishment expenditure: Rs 7,639.96 crore
- Water supply and sanitation: Rs 3,085 crore
- Urban development: Rs 1,200 crore
- Scheme expenditure: Rs 10,037 crore
- Capital outlay for municipal administration and urban development: Rs 5,213.67 crore
- Assistance to local bodies, corporations, and urban development authorities: Rs 4,701.92 crore
With these ambitious plans, the Telangana government is set to transform Hyderabad into a modern, sustainable, and globally competitive city in the coming years.