Musi River Development Project Land Acquisition Begins for Phase One and Two

• Musi River Development Project starts land acquisition process.
• Fifty acres identified under Phase One and Phase Two.
• Compensation to be paid as per Land Acquisition Act 2013.

The Musi River Development Project has entered a crucial stage with the Musi River Development Corporation formally launching the land acquisition process for key stretches of the river corridor. Officials confirmed that acquisition notices have been issued for selected areas in Hyderabad and adjoining districts.

In Phase One, land will be acquired along a 9.2 kilometre stretch from Himayatsagar to Gandhi Sarovar. Phase Two will cover 11.8 kilometres from Osmansagar to Gandhi Sarovar. The notified areas fall within Hyderabad and Golconda mandals as well as Gandipet mandal in Rangareddy district.

Authorities estimate that more than 50 acres will be acquired in the initial stages. Landowners have been assured compensation based on prevailing market value norms. The corporation has directed affected property holders to submit relevant documents including pattadar passbooks, Aadhaar details and bank account information to facilitate compensation.

Officials have also invited objections, if any, within the stipulated timeframe. The acquisition process is being carried out under the provisions of the Land Acquisition Act 2013, with survey numbers and village wise details already made public.

The larger Musi River Development Project spans 55 kilometres from Gandipet to Gowrelli, covering 14 mandals and 46 villages across Hyderabad, Rangareddy and Medchal Malkajgiri districts. The government plans to implement the project in phases to ensure systematic execution.

With an estimated cost of Rs 4100 crore supported by financial assistance from the Asian Development Bank, the Musi river revival plan aims to transform the polluted stretch into a clean and vibrant riverfront. The blueprint includes sewage treatment, beautification works, development of Gandhi Sarovar, tourism zones, riverfront promenades and water sports facilities.

Officials describe the initiative as a major urban rejuvenation effort that seeks not only to restore the Musi river ecosystem but also to create new public spaces for residents. As land acquisition begins, the project moves one step closer to reshaping the river corridor into a modern urban landmark.