Hyderabad: A notification has been issued for land acquisition under the Musi rejuvenation project, marking a key step in riverfront redevelopment plans.
The Musi Riverfront Development Corporation Limited (MRDCL) will acquire 50 acres along two major stretches. Authorities identified a 9.2-kilometre stretch from Himayat Sagar to Gandhi Sarovar (Bapu Ghat). They also marked an 11.8-kilometre stretch from Osman Sagar to Bapu Ghat.
The Musi flows for 55 kilometres from Gandipet to Gauravelli across Hyderabad, Rangareddy and Medchal-Malkajgiri districts. Therefore, the government decided to secure a 50-metre buffer zone on both sides of the river.
Officials said the Musi rejuvenation project focuses on river restoration and urban landscaping. In addition, the plan includes parks, tourism hubs and modern civic infrastructure along both banks. With land acquisition progressing, authorities expect groundwork to begin soon.
Musi rejuvenation project to offer TDR-based compensation
In the first phase, the government will acquire 50 acres in select villages of Golconda, Rajendranagar and Gandipet mandals. These include Ibrahim Bagh, Qila Mohammand Nagar, Hyderguda, Budvel, Upparpally, Dargah Khaliz Khan, Kismatpur, Gandipet, Narsingi, Manchirevula, Gandhanguda, Hydershakote and Bandlaguda.
Officials have already released survey numbers and village-wise details. Meanwhile, the government assured affected landowners of compensation based on prevailing market value through Transfer of Development Rights (TDR).
Under the compensation framework, authorities will grant 200 per cent TDR for lands within FTL and MFL limits of lakes and rivers. Moreover, they will provide 300 per cent TDR for lands surrendered within buffer zones. For lands outside buffer zones required for public projects and road expansion, the government will grant 400 per cent TDR. Similarly, authorities will offer 400 per cent TDR for lands given for nala widening works recorded in revenue records.
The notification stated that landowners may submit written objections within the stipulated time. Officials reiterated that the Musi rejuvenation project aims to restore the river ecosystem while promoting planned urban development.