Hitec City Rly Station: Hydraa demolishes illegal constructions, Railway undertakes redevelopment Vaitla K, April 20, 2025April 21, 2025 The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (Hydraa) on Saturday initiated the demolition of illegal constructions estimated to be worth Rs 4,000 crore. These structures had come up across approximately 39 acres of allegedly disputed land in Hafizpet and Raidurg. The properties in question, located in Survey No. 79 of Hafizpet, near HITEC city Railway station, were allegedly developed by a group linked to a political leader from neighboring Andhra Pradesh. Despite being embroiled in legal disputes over government land encroachment, several constructions had been carried out on the site. Interestingly, Hydraa’s action was triggered by a complaint from a local youngster who claimed he was denied access to the area to play cricket. 📖 Must Read: Downturn in real estate in Hyderabad and Vizag Redevelopment of Hitec City railway station The redevelopment of Hitec City Railway Station, undertaken by the Ministry of Railways, is progressing swiftly. As of now, approximately 72% of the work—including the construction of entry ramps and a foot overbridge—has been completed. This revamp is part of the ‘Naya Bharat Naya Station’ initiative under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS). Key features planned for the upgraded station include: 1) Removal of obsolete structures2) Improved lighting and circulating area3) Upgraded parking facilities4) Divyang-friendly infrastructure5) Eco-friendly, green energy-powered building6) Modern architectural design with world-class amenities South Central Railway (SCR) officials confirmed that the station’s transformation is shaping up well. Once completed, Hitec City station will feature a modern façade, advanced passenger amenities, and a more accessible and efficient layout, positioning it as a central urban hub. Total 21 stations in Telangana Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually laid the foundation stones for the redevelopment of railway stations nationwide, including 21 stations in Telangana. In the first phase, foundation stones have been laid for 21 stations in Telangana, they include: Adilabad, Bhadrachalam Road, Hafizpet, Hitec City, Begumpet, Uppuguda, Hyderabad, Jangaon, Karimnagar, Kamareddy, Kazipet Junction, Khammam, Madhira, Mahabubnagar, Mahabubabad, Malkajgiri, Nizamabad, Ramagundam, Tandur, Yadadri, Zaheerabad.