Telangana Cabinet Approves Rs 60,000 Crore for Metro-Rail Expansion Project

The Telangana Cabinet met on Monday and gave the green light to several crucial proposals, bringing exciting news for metro-rail connectivity in the state. Minister KTR, during a Press Meet, announced that the Cabinet has approved a whopping ₹60,000 crore for the metro-rail expansion project. This massive investment will be spread over the next three to four years. * Minister KTR also shared the specific proposals that were cleared by the Cabinet for the metro-rail expansion: *JBS to Thumukunta: A double-decker bridge accommodating both railway and roadway. * Patny to Kandla Koya: Another double-decker line to enhance connectivity. * Isnapur-Miyapur: A new line connecting these areas. * Miyapur Lakdikapul: An additional line for further accessibility. * LB Nagar to Pedda Amberpet and Hayathnagar: Extending the metro rail for better connectivity. * Uppal to Bibinagar: Expanding the metro rail to Yadadri district. * Kohtur to Shadnagar: Another significant extension. * Uppal to ECIL Cross Roads: Expanding the reach for better accessibility. * Old City Metro Connectivity: Enhancing connectivity to the Old City. Minister KTR also revealed that tenders have already been called for the Raidurgam to airport line, covering a distance of 31 km. With this expansion, the total length of the metro in Hyderabad will increase to 70 km, excluding the Raidurgam-Hyderabad airport link.