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The Telangana government is likely to extend the April 30, 2026, deadline for taking control of Hyderabad Metro Rail from L&T Metro Rail Hyderabad. This delay is expected because the government has not yet completed important financial arrangements and official procedures required for the deal.
Hyderabad Metro Takeover Plan
Earlier, in February, the state cabinet had approved a plan to take over 100% ownership of Phase I of the metro project, which involves handling around ₹13,000 crore of existing debt. In addition, the government also needs to pay for the equity invested by L&T. The takeover process includes several key steps, such as restructuring finances, transferring all assets and liabilities, and ensuring that metro services continue without disruption.
Hyderabad Metro Takeover Date Delayed
Initially, the government had set March 31, 2026, as the deadline for completing the takeover. However, due to delays, this was later extended to April 30, 2026. Now, since some major financial decisions are still pending, the deadline is likely to be extended again.
Major Challenges
One of the main challenges is arranging the required funds. The Telangana government has approached the Indian Railway Finance Corporation for a loan of ₹13,000 crore. However, this loan has not yet been finalised, as important details such as interest rates and repayment terms are still under discussion. Because of these pending financial and procedural issues, the government needs more time to complete the process. Until everything is finalised, the takeover of Hyderabad Metro Rail will remain delayed.
