Big Dreams… But How Practical?
Larger than the old MCH
How long will it take to build roads?
What is the total budget for development?

The Telangana government has launched its prestigious Bharat Future City project. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy laid the foundation stone for the Bharat Future City Development Authority office and the Greenfield Radial Road-1 works at MeerKhanPet, Kandukur mandal, Ranga Reddy district. Speaking on the occasion, the CM said the government aims to build Bharat Future City in such a way that it amazes the world. He promised to create a city that rivals New York, a place that will make international observers speak with pride about Telangana. The government’s ambition is to ensure that in the coming decade, Fortune 500 companies will find their place within Bharat Future City.

However, many questions remain. With Hyderabad, Secunderabad, and Cyberabad already serving as key hubs, people wonder: why do we need a “Future City”? What are its real objectives? How will the state support its development? What infrastructure will be built? What makes it unique compared to the existing urban centers?

Scale of the Project

The project will span 765 sq. km, covering 56 villages and three assembly constituencies. It is being designed as India’s first Net Zero Greenfield Smart City to ease population pressure on Hyderabad and provide world-class infrastructure. The World Bank and JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency) are expected to partner in this development.

Special Features

Much like how HITEC City transformed Hyderabad 25 years ago, the state hopes to replicate that success on a larger scale. With land scarcity and overdevelopment in the current IT corridor, the new city aims to expand Hyderabad’s growth toward the east and south. The project will be divided into five zones: Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Entertainment, and Green Zones. Focus areas include Net Zero emissions, renewable energy, and modern waste management.

New IT & Innovation Hub

The city will not only house IT but also sectors like AI, Life Sciences, FinTech, and Smart Tech. Plans include setting up dedicated AI hubs, a Skill University, and collaborations with global tech giants. About 200 acres are reserved for an AI City within the township.

Infrastructure Highlights

8-lane Greenfield roads, 4-lane radial roads, and 40–33 ft internal roads

Underground electricity and drainage

Dedicated pipelines, overhead tanks, LED lighting, sponge ponds for rainwater harvesting

Solar-powered street lights

Metro Rail (Phase-2) integration

Connectivity through Outer Ring Road and Regional Ring Road

Close proximity to the airport

Government Support

The state has formed the Future City Development Authority (FCDA) to oversee planning, approvals, and execution. The TS-iPASS system will enable single-window clearance for industries. Urban planning standards will be ensured by HMDA, and transparency will be maintained through RERA

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