Hyderabad Metro expansion blocked by Centre, says Telangana CM Revanth Reddy
Synopsis
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy publicly accused Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy of stalling the Hyderabad Metro expansion, the Regional Ring Road, and the Musi River project — and of secretly working for BRS interests. With 50 Delhi visits and ₹1,511 crore in foundation stones laid, the Congress-BJP clash over Hyderabad's infrastructure is now fully in the open.
Key Takeaways
Revanth Reddy on 7 June accused Union Minister G.
Kishan Reddy of blocking Centre's approval for the Hyderabad Metro Rail expansion .
The CM laid foundation stones for development works worth ₹1,511 crore at Uppal, Hyderabad .
Pending approvals demanded include the Regional Ring Road , Musi River rejuvenation , and procurement of 25 lakh metric tonnes of remaining grain.
Revanth Reddy claimed he visited New Delhi 50 times in two and a half years to pursue the RRR with PM Modi .
The CM alleged Kishan Reddy blocked a meeting with Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on the Tummidihatti Barrage .
An action plan for all pending projects is expected after 15 June .
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Sunday, 7 June launched a sharp attack on Union Minister for Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy, alleging that the BJP leader is deliberately stalling the Centre's approval for the Hyderabad Metro Rail expansion. The remarks came during a public meeting at Uppal, Hyderabad, where the Chief Minister laid the foundation stone for development works worth ₹1,511 crore.
Key Allegations Against Kishan Reddy
Revanth Reddy accused the Union Minister of a double role — publicly aligned with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) while allegedly advancing the interests of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and its leader KTR. 'Kishan Reddy is with the BJP by day, but works for BRS leader KTR and BRS interests by night,' the Chief Minister said at the rally.
He further alleged that Kishan Reddy had asked Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis not to grant him an appointment, thereby blocking discussions on the proposed Tummidihatti Barrage — a cross-state water project of significance to Telangana.
Pending Approvals and Development Projects
The Chief Minister demanded that the Centre clear approvals for four major initiatives: the Hyderabad Metro Rail expansion, the Regional Ring Road (RRR), the Musi River rejuvenation project, and the procurement of remaining agricultural produce from farmers. He stated that Telangana has already procured 70 lakh metric tonnes of grain and questioned who bears responsibility for the remaining 25 lakh metric tonnes.
On the Regional Ring Road, Revanth Reddy said he had visited New Delhi 50 times over the past two and a half years and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi directly on the matter — underscoring the urgency his government places on the project.
Musi River Rejuvenation: The Broader Vision
Defending the Musi Riverfront development, the Chief Minister drew comparisons with riverfront projects elsewhere in the country — citing the Sabarmati in Gujarat, the Ganga in Uttar Pradesh, and the Yamuna in Delhi. He argued that developing the Musi along a 55-kilometre stretch from Gandipet to Gowrelli to international standards would generate employment for youth and convert the corridor into a tourist destination.
He also alleged that opposition parties were creating hurdles for the Musi project, including obstructing rehabilitation of residents displaced from the riverbank.
What Comes Next
Revanth Reddy announced that after 15 June, he would unveil a formal action plan for all pending projects. The declaration signals an escalation in the state government's pressure campaign on the Centre, with the Hyderabad Metro expansion and RRR emerging as the sharpest political flashpoints between the Congress-led Telangana government and the BJP-led Centre.
Point of View
The RRR, and the Musi project are all stalled at the Centre's desk, and the state government is running out of patience after 50 reported ministerial visits to Delhi. The allegation that a BJP Union Minister is covertly aiding BRS is a calculated political charge designed to isolate the opposition ahead of local elections. What mainstream coverage misses is the governance cost: every month of delayed approval on the RRR is a month of lost investment-readiness for a city competing against Bengaluru and Chennai for capital and talent.
NationPress
23 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hyderabad Metro expansion dispute about?
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy alleges that Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy is blocking the Centre's approval for the Hyderabad Metro Rail expansion. The state government has been seeking this clearance as part of a broader set of infrastructure approvals from the Centre.
What other projects is Telangana seeking Centre approval for?
Beyond the Hyderabad Metro, the Telangana government is seeking Centre approvals for the Regional Ring Road (RRR), the Musi River rejuvenation project, and the procurement of 25 lakh metric tonnes of remaining grain from farmers.
What did Revanth Reddy allege about Kishan Reddy and BRS?
The Chief Minister alleged that G. Kishan Reddy, while a BJP leader, is covertly working in the interests of the BRS and its leader KTR. He also claimed Kishan Reddy asked Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis not to grant him an appointment to discuss the Tummidihatti Barrage.
What is the Musi River rejuvenation project?
The Musi River rejuvenation is a Telangana government initiative to develop a 55-kilometre riverfront stretch from Gandipet to Gowrelli to international standards. Revanth Reddy says it will create jobs and boost tourism, drawing comparisons to the Sabarmati, Ganga, and Yamuna riverfront projects.
When will the Telangana government announce its action plan for pending projects?
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy stated that after 15 June, he will announce a formal action plan covering all pending infrastructure and development projects awaiting Centre approval.
