Hyderabad Metro's Future Now Hinges on a Single Report

The Telangana government is giving top priority to the Hyderabad Metro Rail project. The Central Government is expected to decide on participating as a joint venture partner in the Metro Phase-1 and Phase-2 projects based on a report being prepared by SBI Caps. Reports submitted earlier by DMRC and IDBI have already been forwarded to the Centre, while SBI Caps has been appointed to conduct an independent assessment of the project.

Officials said the Metro requires a ₹13,600 crore loan for the Phase-1 takeover, while the financial estimates for Phase-2 expansion will also depend on the SBI Caps report. The consultancy is expected to submit its findings within six months. Based on the report, the project's acquisition, expansion, and funding plans will be finalized. Authorities expect major Metro expansion works to begin in 2027.