Telangana Plans World-Class Mobility in Future City
The Telangana government is planning to create the best transportation options in its new “Future City,” Chief Minister Revanth Reddy announced during a speech on urban mobility at the World Economic Forum in Davos. The Chief Minister emphasized the government’s commitment to building a modern, sustainable, and efficient transportation system.
Speaking at the forum and a CII-HMC roundtable event, Reddy said, “We are building a net-zero city called Future City. Our goal is to provide the world’s best mobility options—allowing people to travel quickly, affordably, and sustainably. The government will create the infrastructure, and we are inviting partners to help move over 40 million people in Telangana in the fastest, greenest, and most cost-effective way.”
He highlighted the importance of urban mobility, calling it essential for the growth of cities and nations. “The future of humanity depends on urban mobility combined with sustainability and environmental awareness,” he said. Reddy noted that Hyderabad, with a population of over 12 million, is rapidly expanding. He also stressed the need to connect Hyderabad not only internally but with towns and villages across the state.
The Chief Minister shared plans to expand Hyderabad Metro by over 100 kilometers, more than doubling its current size. Additionally, a 160-kilometer Outer Ring Road will connect major towns and villages around Hyderabad. The government is also planning a Regional Ring Railway along this road, ensuring two layers of road and rail connectivity. Radial roads that link these circular routes will also be developed to improve access and efficiency.
Since Telangana is a landlocked state, Reddy announced plans to build a major dry port to serve as a hub for supply chains and warehousing. This dry port will be connected to the nearest seaport, Machilipatnam, via a dedicated highway and railway link. The goal is to ensure that these developments are environmentally friendly.
To promote sustainability, the government is taking significant steps to reduce pollution. “We are replacing nearly 3,000 public buses running on petrol or diesel with electric buses,” Reddy said. He also highlighted the state’s focus on electric vehicles (EVs), noting that road taxes and registration charges for EVs have been eliminated. Telangana now has the fastest growth rate of EV sales in India, reflecting the state’s commitment to green initiatives.
