HMDA to develop parks on outskirts of Hyderabad

Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) has decided to take up development of parks as part of its initiative to increase the green cover on the city outskirts,

Its Urban Forestry wing has taken the responsibility of developing vacant lands into parks in municipal circles. Based on recommendations of Medchal, Ranga Reddy and



Sangareddy Collectors, authorities have initiated measures for developing parks in 10 locations.

“HMDA is spending Rs 22 lakh to Rs 1 crore on each park as there is a need for parks in vacant places in municipalities. Parks are being constructed based on proposals,” said Urban Forestry Director Srinivas.