Hyderabad Old City Metro Expansion and Compensation Cheques Distribution from 6th January

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase-II project in the Old City is set to begin with the distribution of compensation cheques for 41 affected properties on January 6, 2025, at the Hyderabad district collector’s office. Telangana Minister Ponnam Prabhakar and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi will oversee the event. The affected properties along the MGBS-Chandrayangutta route (Corridor-6) will be compensated at ₹81,000 per square yard, with additional support for rehabilitation under the Relief and Rehabilitation Act. The second phase, covering 76.4 km across five corridors, will cost ₹24,269 crore, funded by state and central governments, multilateral loans, and private investments. Once completed, the metro network will expand to 115.4 km, improving connectivity and boosting ridership by 8 lakh passengers daily.

Key Developments:

  • Cheque Distribution: Compensation cheques for 41 affected properties on the Hyderabad Metro Corridor-6 (MGBS to Chandrayangutta) will be handed over on January 6, 2025, at the Hyderabad district collector’s office.
  • Notable Attendees: Telangana Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi, Metro MD, and District Collector Anudeep Durishetty.
  • Compensation: ₹81,000 per square yard, as set by the district collector. Additional compensation for rehabilitation and structural removal under the Relief and Rehabilitation Act.
  • Voluntary Land Contribution:
  • Of the 1,100 affected properties, 169 owners have submitted consent letters, with ownership verified for over 40 properties.

Project Highlights:

  1. Metro Phase-II: Covers 76.4 km across five corridors, extending the network into Hyderabad’s Old City for the first time.
  2. Total Cost: ₹24,269 crore, funded by:
  1. State Government: ₹7,313 crore (30%).
  2. Central Government: ₹4,230 crore (18%) – pending approval.
  3. Multilateral Agencies: ₹11,693 crore (48%) via loans from JICA, ADB, NDB, etc.
  4. PPP Model: ₹1,033 crore (4%).
  5. Current Network & Usage:
  1. Phase-I spans 69 km and serves 5 lakh daily passengers.
  2. Phase-II adds 46.4 km, increasing the total to 115.4 km and potentially boosting ridership by 8 lakh passengers/day.

Challenges:

  • Land Acquisition: Smooth progress due to voluntary contributions by landowners.
  • Opposition: Some resistance in specific areas like Darul Shifa over alignment concerns.

Conclusion:

The Hyderabad Metro Phase-II expansion marks a significant leap in urban infrastructure. The Old City’s integration into the metro network will improve connectivity, reduce travel times, and enhance the daily commute for residents. The compensation initiative reflects efforts to balance development with fair rehabilitation practices.

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