Hyderabad: The Telangana government has officially granted administrative approval for the prestigious Hyderabad Metro Rail Second Phase (B) project. A Government Order (GO) was issued by State Secretary Ilambarthi on Monday, paving the way for the massive urban transport expansion.
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Massive Investment of ₹19,579 Crore for Metro Expansion
The second phase of the metro project is estimated to cost ₹19,579 crore and will cover a total length of 86.1 kilometers across three major corridors. The key details of the corridors include:
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- Corridor 9: From Hyderabad International Airport to Future City — 39.6 km
- Corridor 10: From JBS to Medchal — 24.5 km
- Corridor 11: From JBS to Shamirpet — 22 km
Airport Metro to be Developed Under HAML Supervision
The development will be overseen by Hyderabad Airport Metro Limited (HAML). The project will function as a joint venture between the central and state governments, with financial support from multiple global agencies.
Funding Structure: Government and International Aid
The funding model for the project is well-diversified:
- 30% from the Telangana state government
- 18% from the central government
- 48% through loans from international financial institutions like JAICA, ADB, and NDB
- 4% under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) component
Next Steps: DPR and Central Approval
The administrative order and Detailed Project Report (DPR) for Metro Phase 2 (B) will now be submitted to the Union Government for further clearances. Once approved, Hyderabad will take a major leap forward in expanding its metro connectivity and easing urban transport congestion.