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The Telangana government has appointed a new board for Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited (HMRL) as it prepares to take over the metro project from L&T Metro Rail Hyderabad Limited starting May 1. The move follows financial stress faced by the private concessionaire and ongoing discussions with lenders. Senior state officials have been inducted into the board to oversee operations and ensure continuity. The transition is part of the state’s effort to stabilise the metro system, protect public interest, and maintain services without disruption while working on a long-term resolution plan.
The Telangana government has moved ahead with restructuring the governance of Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited (HMRL) by appointing a new board, with the changes set to take effect from May 1. This comes as the state prepares to assume control of the metro project from L&T Metro Rail Hyderabad Limited, which has been facing financial challenges. Advertisement
The newly appointed board includes senior government officials who will oversee the transition and ensure that metro operations continue without disruption. The decision is aimed at strengthening administrative control during the takeover phase and maintaining service reliability for daily commuters.
The metro project, developed under a public-private partnership model, had been under stress due to lower-than-expected ridership and financial constraints, which were further impacted during the pandemic period. L&T Metro Rail Hyderabad Limited had previously approached lenders for debt restructuring, highlighting concerns around project viability.
With the takeover, the state government is stepping in to manage operations more directly while working with financial institutions to address outstanding liabilities. The reconstitution of the HMRL board is expected to improve coordination between the government and lenders during this transition phase.
Officials indicated that the move is part of a broader effort to safeguard public infrastructure and ensure that essential urban transport services remain stable. The metro rail system is a key component of Hyderabad’s urban mobility network, and uninterrupted operations remain a priority.
The takeover also reflects a wider trend where state authorities step in to support stressed infrastructure projects developed under PPP models, especially in cases where private operators face prolonged financial pressure.
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