PM Modi inaugurates Hi-Tech City Railway Station in Hyderabad under Amrit Bharat Scheme
Synopsis
Hyderabad's Hi-Tech City Railway Station gets a ₹26 crore airport-style makeover as PM Modi virtually inaugurates 75 redeveloped stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. With 40 Telangana stations earmarked for upgrade and three already done, Friday's ceremony signals the scheme's accelerating pace — and raises the bar for what commuters at India's IT hubs can expect.
Key Takeaways
PM Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated Hi-Tech City Railway Station , Hyderabad , on 17 July from Jalandhar Railway Station .
The station was redeveloped at a cost of ₹26 crore under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme .
It is part of a batch of 75 stations inaugurated nationwide on the same day.
New facilities include a 12-metre Foot Over Bridge , lifts, escalators, Divyangjan amenities, and airport-like passenger spaces.
40 stations in Telangana are earmarked under the scheme; Begumpet , Warangal , and Karimnagar were inaugurated earlier.
South Central Railway GM Sanjay Kumar Srivastava confirmed remaining Telangana station works are on schedule.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, 17 July virtually inaugurated Hi-Tech City Railway Station in Hyderabad as part of a batch of 75 redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, joining the ceremony remotely from Jalandhar Railway Station. The ₹26 crore redevelopment transforms one of Hyderabad's busiest commuter hubs into a modern, airport-like transit gateway serving the city's globally recognised IT corridor.
Key Developments at the Station
A formal function was held at Hi-Tech City Railway Station, attended by Member of Legislative Council A.V.N. Reddy, South Central Railway General Manager Sanjay Kumar Srivastava, and other senior officials. Srivastava confirmed that the station now features a new building, improved waiting halls, updated signage, lifts, escalators, and dedicated Divyangjan (persons with disabilities) facilities.
The upgraded station also includes a 12-metre Foot Over Bridge, a new portico, and a revamped station facade — all designed around commuter convenience and contemporary aesthetics.
Telangana's Rail Infrastructure Push
Hi-Tech City Station is one of 40 railway stations identified for redevelopment under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme in Telangana. Of these, three stations — Begumpet, Warangal, and Karimnagar — had already been inaugurated prior to Friday's ceremony. According to South Central Railway, redevelopment works at the remaining Telangana stations are progressing on schedule.
Srivastava noted that Telangana has been central to Indian Railways' infrastructure transformation, citing record additions, rapid electrification, and modernised passenger facilities across the state.
What the Redevelopment Offers
The transformed Hi-Tech City Station is designed as a technology-driven, commuter-centric environment, according to a South Central Railway release. The station's airport-like passenger spaces and contemporary architecture are intended to complement the aspirations of Hyderabad's IT corridor — home to major global technology firms.
Officials described the redevelopment as a defining milestone in Indian Railways' broader vision of creating world-class urban transport infrastructure at India's rapidly evolving economic centres.
About the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is a nationwide initiative to upgrade railway stations with modern amenities, improved accessibility, and enhanced passenger experience. The 75 stations inaugurated on Friday represent a significant tranche under the programme, spanning multiple states. The scheme prioritises station facades, waiting areas, accessibility infrastructure, and seamless connectivity for urban and semi-urban commuters.
With Friday's inauguration, Hyderabad's rail network takes a visible step toward matching the city's stature as one of India's premier technology and economic hubs. The completion of remaining Telangana stations under the scheme will be closely watched as a barometer of execution pace.
Point of View
But the symbolism is deliberate — redeveloping a station at the doorstep of Hyderabad's IT corridor sends a message about where Indian Railways sees its urban commuter future. The Amrit Bharat scheme's 75-station inauguration in a single ceremony is as much a political milestone as an operational one. The real test will be whether the upgraded stations deliver sustained maintenance quality and genuine accessibility — past railway modernisation projects have struggled on both counts after the inauguration spotlight fades. With 37 Telangana stations still pending, execution consistency matters more than ceremony.
NationPress
17 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme?
The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is a central government initiative to redevelop railway stations across India with modern passenger amenities, improved accessibility, contemporary architecture, and better connectivity. It prioritises stations in urban and semi-urban areas, including those serving major economic corridors.
How much did the Hi-Tech City Railway Station redevelopment cost?
The redevelopment of Hi-Tech City Railway Station in Hyderabad was completed at a cost of ₹26 crore. The project delivered a new station building, airport-like passenger spaces, a 12-metre Foot Over Bridge, lifts, escalators, and Divyangjan facilities.
How many Telangana stations are being redeveloped under the scheme?
A total of 40 railway stations in Telangana have been identified for redevelopment under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Of these, four — including Begumpet, Warangal, Karimnagar, and now Hi-Tech City — have been inaugurated. Work on the remaining stations is reportedly on schedule.
Why is Hi-Tech City Station significant?
Hi-Tech City Station serves Hyderabad's IT corridor, one of India's most prominent technology and economic hubs hosting major global firms. Its redevelopment is seen as aligning rail infrastructure with the aspirations of a globally recognised business district.
Where did PM Modi inaugurate the stations from?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated virtually in the inauguration from Jalandhar Railway Station on 17 July, simultaneously inaugurating 75 redeveloped stations across the country under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
