REG NEWS, OCT 21, Hyderabad: In a landmark development for Hyderabad’s real estate sector, the Telangana Government has approved the construction of the tallest skyscraper ever planned in the city, signaling a major step forward in its vertical urban growth.According to details released by the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA), the record-setting tower will come up at Kokapet, one of the city’s most sought-after real estate corridors. The project, rising 64 floors high, marks the first-ever approval for a skyscraper of this height in Hyderabad.
The Tallest Tower at Kokapet
Spread across 2.17 acres, the upcoming high-rise will consist of five cellars, a ground floor, and 63 upper floors, offering a total of 362 premium residential units. The project’s built-up area stands at 1.546 million sq.ft, translating to nearly 7.5 lakh sq.ft per acre, setting a new benchmark in high-density luxury living. This development underscores Hyderabad’s rapid evolution into a global-scale urban center, where vertical construction is redefining the city’s skyline.
Other Major High-Rise Approvals in Kokapet
The HMDA has also cleared several other large-scale skyscraper projects in Kokapet, reinforcing the area’s dominance in high-rise development:
Mixed-Use Mega Project (9.71 acres): Two 57-floor residential towers and one 49-floor commercial block, comprising 594 units in total.
Luxury Residential Complex (7.71 acres): Five towers, each rising 56 floors, with 656 apartments spread over 5.54 million sq.ft of built-up area.
These approvals reflect Kokapet’s transformation into Hyderabad’s new high-rise hub, blending residential luxury and commercial vibrancy.
High-Rise Expansion at Bandlaguda Jagir
The high-rise trend is also expanding beyond Kokapet, with Bandlaguda Jagir emerging as another focal point of vertical development. A 47-floor skyscraper has been approved over 2.34 acres, featuring 2 cellars, 5 podiums, and 47 upper floors, with 344 units covering 1.35 million sq.ft.
Another 30-floor residential project will rise across 3.22 acres, offering 1.5 million sq.ft of built-up space. These projects signify the city’s shift toward compact, vertical urban growth, aligning with global metropolitan standards.
Hyderabad Enters the Skyscraper Era
With these latest HMDA approvals, Hyderabad’s skyline is entering a new era of vertical transformation. From Kokapet to Bandlaguda Jagir, high-rise towers are redefining how the city lives, works, and grows blending luxury, innovation, and density into its urban fabric. Experts believe this surge in skyscraper approvals will not only reshape Hyderabad’s skyline but also attract global investors looking for futuristic urban developments in South India.