Hyderabad is on the brink of an unprecedented transformation, set to become India’s largest metropolis thanks to a historic merger approved by the Telangana state cabinet. The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) will expand significantly by merging 27 surrounding urban local bodies (ULBs), increasing its area from the current 635 square kilometers to a massive 2,053 square kilometers, surpassing major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Chennai in city limits. This mega-merger aims to unify administration, promote uniform infrastructure development, and boost economic growth across core and suburban areas of Hyderabad.
This expansion includes the integration of a wide range of municipalities and corporations located within and beyond the Outer Ring Road (ORR), such as Manikonda, Narsingi, Shamshabad, Medchal, and others. The decision is poised to foster better urban planning, cohesive civic service delivery, upgraded transportation connectivity, and large-scale infrastructure projects, including a state-of-the-art underground electricity cable system. The merger was proposed to address rapid urbanization and bring balanced growth to Hyderabad’s extended metropolitan region.
Experts predict that this bold move will fuel Hyderabad’s rapid rise as a mega city, attracting real estate investments and economic activity while enabling consistent development standards throughout the newly expanded jurisdiction. However, it has also sparked political debates concerning the future administrative structure—whether GHMC will remain a single entity or be divided into multiple corporations for decentralization—and local leaders have voiced concerns on preserving local identity and political influence.
Despite these challenges, Hyderabad’s transformation into India’s largest metropolis marks a milestone in urban governance, promising a future of enhanced infrastructure, streamlined civic amenities, and greater opportunities for residents and businesses alike. As the city grows, Hyderabad is set to emerge as a beacon of modern urban development and inclusive growth on the national stage.
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