Hyderabad: In a major push to tackle congestion in one of the city’s busiest corridors, authorities have drawn up a ₹120 crore traffic improvement plan for the stretch between Shaikpet Flyover and Masab Tank. The initiative aims to transform the route into a model traffic corridor with better road infrastructure, smoother vehicle movement, and improved pedestrian safety.
The plan was finalised following a joint field inspection by senior officials, including Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar and GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan, who reviewed key problem areas along the route.
Key Bottlenecks Identified
During the inspection, officials flagged several critical issues affecting traffic flow. Major concerns included waterlogging at Shaikpet Flyover ramps and Tolichowki, along with heavy congestion at junctions such as NMDC and Nanal Nagar.
Authorities have instructed departments to clear obstructions, streamline junctions, and speed up pending works to reduce daily traffic snarls.
Phased Plan with ₹120 Crore Budget
The project will be executed in phases, with solutions divided into immediate and long-term measures. Out of the total allocation, approximately ₹20 crore will be spent in each zone to address localised traffic and infrastructure challenges.
Officials also indicated that pending works near KBR Park and surrounding areas are expected to be completed within the next 18 to 24 months.
Focus on Pedestrian Safety
Several measures have been planned to improve pedestrian movement and safety, especially in the Tolichowki stretch:
- Construction of a new Foot Over Bridge (FOB) at Brindavan Colony
- Installation of pelican signals and zebra crossings at key points
- Development of safer crossing zones near busy junctions
In addition, civic works such as drainage repairs and road improvements will be taken up to address long-standing local issues.
Road Widening and Junction Improvements
To ease vehicle movement, authorities have proposed several structural changes:
- Reduction of the Nanal Nagar rotary to improve flow
- Widening of roads between Rethibowli and Nanal Nagar
- Creation of a free left turn at Balika Bhavan towards Tolichowki
- Removal of selected obstructions, trees, and structures affecting road width
Encroachments and bottlenecks along the corridor will be cleared to ensure uninterrupted traffic movement.
Major Upgrades in Asif Nagar–Masab Tank Stretch
The second half of the corridor, covering Asif Nagar and Masab Tank, will see additional infrastructure upgrades:
- New FOB near SD Eye Hospital
- Road widening through land acquisition near NMDC
- Installation of height barriers and warning systems on the Masab Tank Flyover
- Shifting of utilities, such as transformers, to reduce bottlenecks
- Development of a new slip road to improve internal connectivity
Relief Expected for Daily Commuters
The Shaikpet–Masab Tank route is a key link connecting IT corridors, residential areas, and central Hyderabad, and currently faces heavy congestion during peak hours.
Officials believe that once implemented, the proposed measures will significantly reduce travel time, improve road safety, and enhance overall traffic management in the area.
The project is expected to bring long-term relief to thousands of daily commuters who rely on this critical stretch.
