Karimnagar Master Plan in Progress: Aiming for Transformation with Modern Infrastructure
The Satavahana Urban Development Authority (SUDA) is working on finalizing a comprehensive master plan to modernize Karimnagar and its surrounding areas. With a budget of Rs 1.75 crore allocated under the AMRUT-1 package by the Central government, SUDA aims to complete the project by December 31. This funding also covers Adilabad and Ramagundam areas.
To execute the plan, Delhi-based DDF Consultancy has been assigned to conduct surveys and draft proposals. However, delays in the process have raised concerns, leading SUDA to convene a stakeholders’ meeting. Officials have emphasized the need to speed up the survey work, which must be completed within 45 days to ensure the funds are not lost.
One of the major features of the plan is the construction of an outer ring road to connect Karimnagar with nearby villages. This road is expected to reduce city traffic by redirecting vehicles away from urban areas. It will also improve connectivity and streamline transportation in the region.
SUDA Chairman Komatireddy Narender Reddy stated that the current outdated master plan has been limiting the region’s growth. He said, “CM Revanth Reddy has expanded SUDA’s scope by taking the district as a unit. Comprehensive development will take place, and even small villages will see significant progress soon. The new master plan will be approved shortly.”
The plan includes not only Karimnagar Municipal Corporation but also municipalities like Kothapally and 64 surrounding villages. It seeks to address urban challenges like population growth and infrastructure issues. SUDA also plans to allocate specific zones for industrial, residential, commercial, and green areas to ensure organized development.
Key officials, including District Collector Pamela Satpathy, Municipal Commissioner Chahat Bajpai, and SUDA Vice Chairman Praful Desai, participated in the stakeholders’ meeting. They discussed important aspects of the plan, such as updating building regulations for internal roads and highways to accommodate future growth.
Currently, construction permits in towns and villages follow outdated procedures, which fail to meet the region’s expanding needs. The consultancy will study these challenges and propose solutions to improve urban planning and infrastructure.
The new master plan will categorize regions into industrial, residential, semi-residential, commercial, green, and red zones. This zoning will provide clarity and structure for future developments.
With the final proposals expected by December 31, Karimnagar is set to undergo a significant transformation, paving the way for modern infrastructure and a more organized urban environment in the coming year.
