Hyderabad civic body revenue rises with more high-rise approvals
HYDERABAD: The surge of high-rise buildings in Hyderabad has significantly boosted the revenue for the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC). From January to August of this year, the civic body recorded earnings of ₹1,199.7 crore, a remarkable increase compared to the total revenue of ₹815 crore in 2024. This revenue bump is primarily attributed to a rise in high-rise building approvals, which yield much higher fee collections than traditional residential projects. Notable growth areas include Uppal Bagayath, Nanakramguda, Khajaguda, Budvel, and Gaganpahad, where several substantial residential and commercial developments have been approved. Significant projects include a 50-story residential tower in…