Nearly five months after announcing the Bharat Future City Development Authority (BFCDA), the Telangana Government is encountering legal challenges that may delay the ambitious project. The primary issue involves the reallocation of around 20,000 acres of land previously designated for the Green Hyderabad Pharma City project. These lands, acquired under the previous BRS government, cannot be repurposed for educational hubs, health facilities, sports infrastructure, or other proposed developments without legal clearance.
The BFCDA, established in March 2025, spans 765 square kilometers, covering approximately 1.8 lakh acres across 56 villages, including Kandukur, Amangal, Kadthal, Manchal, Maheshwaram, Yacharam, and Ibrahimpatnam. While most of the 20,000 acres earmarked for Pharma City are concentrated in Kandukur, Yacharam, and Kadthal, some parcels have already been allotted to pharmaceutical companies.
The Telangana government envisions the Future City as a multi-sector hub, incorporating zones for education, universities, an AI city, health city, electronics and advanced manufacturing, sports complexes, residential townships, and entertainment. Land has already been allocated for Young India Skill University and a dedicated sports hub.
Legal complications have arisen because the land was initially acquired for Pharma City purposes. The government had earlier informed the Telangana High Court that the land would be used solely for pharmaceutical activities. Diverting the land for other sectors requires court notification, as several cases regarding the original acquisitions remain pending. Some farmers have also demanded the return of their land if Pharma City is not implemented.
To address these challenges, the Industries Department is reviewing precedents where similar land acquisitions in other parts of India have been repurposed. Legal and industry experts are being consulted to ensure compliance with existing laws and to explore pathways for officially reallocating the land to Future City projects.
Officials emphasize that obtaining legal clearance is essential not only for compliance but also to maintain public confidence and prevent disputes that could stall development. The Future City project represents a significant step toward transforming Hyderabad into a multi-sector economic hub, blending educational, industrial, and recreational facilities within a single integrated plan.
The outcome of the legal review will determine the timeline for launching various components of the Future City. The government remains committed to pursuing its vision while ensuring that land use transitions occur in accordance with judicial and regulatory requirements.
Once resolved, the project is expected to contribute substantially to regional development, generating opportunities in education, healthcare, technology, and sports, while providing structured urban growth for the surrounding villages.
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