Archive · 11 Jan 2026
Hyderabad Residents Oppose Flyover Construction
People living in Patigadda, Hyderabad, are upset about a new flyover that the government wants to build.
They say it will destroy their homes and important old buildings.
The flyover is supposed to help traffic between Hyderabad and Secunderabad, but the residents think it will make things worse in their neighborhood.
They also have a better idea for where to build the flyover.
The government has already told some people they have to leave their homes, but the residents have asked the court to stop the project.
The court will make a decision on January 20, 2025.
Residents of Patigadda oppose the construction of a proposed flyover due to property loss and damage to heritage structures.
64 properties, including 46 private and 18 government properties, are affected by the project.
Heritage structures like Paigah Palace's Outhouse and Kitchen, and a 130-year-old Bastion (Burj) are at risk of demolition.
Residents propose an alternative route for the flyover that would be shorter and cause less disruption.
The High Court has extended the status quo until January 20, 2025, and instructed the GHMC to file a counter.
- Who
- Residents of Patigadda, Hyderabad
- What
- Opposition to the construction of a proposed flyover
- When
- Acquisition notices issued in October 2025, court hearing on January 20, 2025
- Where
- Patigadda, Hyderabad
- Why
- Concerns over property loss, damage to heritage structures, and increased traffic in residential areas
Residents
Government
Flyover Route
Residents
Propose an alternative route that is shorter and causes less disruption.
Government
Proceeding with the original route despite opposition.
Heritage Structures
Residents
Concerned about the demolition of heritage structures like Paigah Palace's Outhouse and Kitchen, and a 130-year-old Bastion (Burj).
Government
No explicit statement from the government on this issue.
- Location
- Patigadda, Hyderabad
- Properties Affected
- 64 (46 private, 18 government)
- Heritage Structures at Risk
- Paigah Palace's Outhouse and Kitchen, 130-year-old Bastion (Burj)
- Proposed Flyover Length
- 1,470 metres (unidirectional 631m, bidirectional 840m)
- Alternative Proposal Length
- 472 metres
- Court Hearing Date
- January 20, 2025
- Acquisition Notices Issued
- October 2025
