Hyderabad to Pune to Mumbai High-Speed Rail Corridor Project Update
The proposed Hyderabad–Pune–Mumbai high-speed rail corridor is one step closer to becoming a reality, with railway officials informing the state government that the detailed project report (DPR) has been completed.
Project Details
- The proposed high-speed rail corridor spans approximately 671 km.
- Nearly 93 km of land acquisition is required within the state for the project.
- The Hyderabad–Pune–Mumbai corridor is one of three high-speed rail corridors announced by the Centre in the Union Budget 2026-27, connecting Hyderabad with Mumbai, Chennai, and Bengaluru.
Review Meeting Highlights
During a review meeting conducted by Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao, officials from various departments and railway authorities shared updates on the project.
- The Chief Secretary directed officials to prepare proposals in coordination with the state government and Union railway ministry.
- Officials were instructed to work closely in preparing project reports and implementing the projects.
- Land acquisition, connectivity, infrastructure development, and other project-related issues were also discussed.
Land Acquisition Requirements
Railway officials informed the meeting that apart from the Hyderabad–Pune–Mumbai corridor, around 123 km of land acquisition would be required for the Hyderabad–Bengaluru and Hyderabad–Chennai corridors.
Some land would also be required in Kokapet and Shamshabad for establishing railway depots.
Government Support
The Chief Secretary directed officials from the roads and buildings department, HMDA, and GMR Hyderabad Airport to coordinate with railway project authorities and extend full support for the implementation of the high-speed rail projects.
Participating Officials
- Special Chief Secretaries Vikas Raj and Navin Mittal
- HMDA Metropolitan Commissioner Sarfaraz Ahmed
- Officials from the Union Railway Ministry
- GMR Airport authorities
Project Benefits
Chief Secretary Ramakrishna Rao observed that the proposed high-speed rail projects would help transform the state into a “Telangana Rising 2047 Economic Growth Corridor.”
- The high-speed rail network would emerge as a modern rapid transportation system for the country.
- It would support future public transportation needs.
- It would boost industrial, IT, and tourism sectors.