Hyderabad: IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu on Saturday introduced the CURE Bill 2026 in the Assembly to create a 30-year growth framework for Hyderabad.
The Core Urban Region (Integrated Governance) Bill-2026 sought to streamline civic administration while anticipating the capital’s infrastructure requirements over the next three decades.
Speaking on the legislation, Sridhar Babu said the government envisioned transforming Hyderabad into a sustainable “Blue and Green City.” Moreover, he said the city should develop the capacity to compete globally.
The CURE Bill 2026 proposed major changes to the existing urban governance structure. As part of the overhaul, the government planned to condense sections of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation Act.
CURE Bill 2026 proposes three municipal corporations
The government also planned to divide the GHMC into three municipal corporations under the proposed framework. In addition, the legislation proposed a CURE apex governing council chaired by the Chief Minister. The council would form part of the statutory framework for integrated governance across the core urban region.
“We must preserve Hyderabad’s glorious past while preparing the city for future demands,” Sridhar Babu said.
The Minister also outlined major infrastructure initiatives connected with Hyderabad’s long-term development. He said the government had approved ₹7,345.12 crore for Phase 1 of the Musi River rejuvenation.
Furthermore, Sridhar Babu referred to projects aimed at bringing 20 TMC of Godavari water to Hyderabad. The measures formed part of the government’s plans to meet the city’s future infrastructure requirements.
CURE Bill 2026 focuses on sustainable urban growth
Sridhar Babu said the government intended to treat sewage and reuse the recycled water. Authorities would use the treated water for afforestation and pollution control, he added. The Minister also reiterated the State government’s Telangana Rising 2047 policy while explaining its broader development strategy.
Under the policy, Telangana aimed to expand its economy to $1 trillion by 2034. According to Sridhar Babu, the government planned to pursue the target through large-scale investment and a Comprehensive Mobility Plan.
The CURE Bill 2026 formed part of the government’s effort to prepare Hyderabad for long-term urban growth. The proposed framework combined civic governance changes with infrastructure, water management and environmental measures.