CM Revanth Reddy to inaugurate Old City Metro's foundation soon
RAILWAYS & METRO RAIL

CM Revanth Reddy to inaugurate Old City Metro's foundation soon

The long-pending Metro works covering a distance of over 5 km from MGBS to Falaknuma are on the verge of being initiated. It has been announced that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will lay the foundation stone for the estimated Rs 15 to Rs 20 billion project at Falaknuma within a week. Sources reveal that Revanth Reddy, who has been eager to witness the Metro Rail running between MGBS and Falaknuma, a segment planned under Phase-I but remained incomplete, will inaugurate the foundation stone during his first visit to the Old City this week.

Although specific dates have not been confirmed, it is anticipated that the Chief Minister will complete the task before the Lok Sabha election code comes into effect. An official clarified, ?There won?t be a significant deviation from the DPR, and the allocated funds for completing the stretch will remain unchanged. The estimated cost is Rs 15 billion if we consider the 5 km distance. All preparations are in place, and once the government gives the green signal, the construction will commence.? With a 100-feet gap between each pillar, the cost for one kilometer of the extension towards Falaknuma is estimated to be around Rs 3 billion. The official added, ?There will be approximately 5 stations along the route to Falaknuma. Extending the road by 100 feet on this stretch will create the necessary space for erecting pillars in the median.?

Meanwhile, representatives of the Old City Metro JAC, who have been actively advocating for the project, express satisfaction that the infrastructure works, which have been pending for a long time, will finally commence. Giving credit to the Chief Minister for taking the initiative, JAC member Osman Al Hajri recalled how Revanth Reddy, immediately after assuming the position of PCC president in 2022, investigated the reasons behind the project delay and elevated it to a significant political issue.

?We have been advocating for the introduction of the Metro in the Old City because without proper transportation, especially towards Hitech City, the youth are facing difficulties. The journey to the IT corridor takes hours, and apart from spending on petrol, people have to endure pollution. If this stretch becomes a reality, it will eventually extend to the Airport, providing convenience for those traveling by flight,? explained Osman. He alleged that the previous government neglected the Old City Metro project and prioritized new corridors in the outskirts to promote real estate development in those areas. ?Since Revanth assumed the role of PCC chief, this issue has consistently been in the spotlight, and now, with him being the CM of the State, it is poised to become a reality soon,? declared the JAC member.

The long-pending Metro works covering a distance of over 5 km from MGBS to Falaknuma are on the verge of being initiated. It has been announced that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will lay the foundation stone for the estimated Rs 15 to Rs 20 billion project at Falaknuma within a week. Sources reveal that Revanth Reddy, who has been eager to witness the Metro Rail running between MGBS and Falaknuma, a segment planned under Phase-I but remained incomplete, will inaugurate the foundation stone during his first visit to the Old City this week. Although specific dates have not been confirmed, it is anticipated that the Chief Minister will complete the task before the Lok Sabha election code comes into effect. An official clarified, ?There won?t be a significant deviation from the DPR, and the allocated funds for completing the stretch will remain unchanged. The estimated cost is Rs 15 billion if we consider the 5 km distance. All preparations are in place, and once the government gives the green signal, the construction will commence.? With a 100-feet gap between each pillar, the cost for one kilometer of the extension towards Falaknuma is estimated to be around Rs 3 billion. The official added, ?There will be approximately 5 stations along the route to Falaknuma. Extending the road by 100 feet on this stretch will create the necessary space for erecting pillars in the median.? Meanwhile, representatives of the Old City Metro JAC, who have been actively advocating for the project, express satisfaction that the infrastructure works, which have been pending for a long time, will finally commence. Giving credit to the Chief Minister for taking the initiative, JAC member Osman Al Hajri recalled how Revanth Reddy, immediately after assuming the position of PCC president in 2022, investigated the reasons behind the project delay and elevated it to a significant political issue. ?We have been advocating for the introduction of the Metro in the Old City because without proper transportation, especially towards Hitech City, the youth are facing difficulties. The journey to the IT corridor takes hours, and apart from spending on petrol, people have to endure pollution. If this stretch becomes a reality, it will eventually extend to the Airport, providing convenience for those traveling by flight,? explained Osman. He alleged that the previous government neglected the Old City Metro project and prioritized new corridors in the outskirts to promote real estate development in those areas. ?Since Revanth assumed the role of PCC chief, this issue has consistently been in the spotlight, and now, with him being the CM of the State, it is poised to become a reality soon,? declared the JAC member.

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Coal Ministry Achieves Milestones under Special Campaign 5.0

The Ministry of Coal and its Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) have achieved notable milestones under the Special Campaign 5.0, focusing on cleanliness, operational efficiency, and sustainability across the coal sector. During the implementation phase from 2–31 October 2025, over 1,205 sites were cleaned, covering 68,04,087 sq ft, nearing the target of 82,51,511 sq ft. Scrap disposal of 5,813 MT against a target of 8,678 MT generated Rs 228.7 million in revenue. In addition, 1,11,248 physical and 30,331 electronic files were reviewed, with 74,123 weeded out or closed. Key initiatives showc..

Next Story
Infrastructure Energy

Vesting Orders Issued for Three Coal Blocks under Commercial Auctions

The Ministry of Coal’s Nominated Authority has issued vesting orders for three coal blocks under commercial coal block auctions on 23 October 2025. The Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMDPAs) for these mines were earlier signed on 21 August 2025. The three blocks include Rajgamar Dipside (Deavnara), Tangardihi North, and Mahuagarhi. Of these, two are partially explored while one is fully explored, with a combined peak rated capacity of around 1 MTPA and geological reserves of approximately 1,484.41 million tonnes. These mines are expected to generate annual revenue of abou..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

TEC, IIT-Hyderabad Partner to Boost 6G and Telecom Standards

The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), technical arm of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad) for joint research and technical collaboration in advanced telecom technologies and standardisation. The partnership focuses on developing India-specific standards and test frameworks for next-generation networks, including 6G, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs). It also aims to enhance India’s participation in international standardisation f..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?