HMR expansion spotlights peripheral villages 

RRR and long-term infrastructure plans renew investor interest in Hyderabad's outskirts

Property Pulse

The expansion of the Hyderabad Metropolitan Region (HMR) and the proposed Regional Ring Road (RRR) are drawing fresh attention to Hyderabad's peripheral villages, with investors increasingly exploring locations expected to benefit from future infrastructure and urban development. While the Telangana Government has not announced any new land pooling programme, market participants say enquiries have increased in several emerging corridors following the expansion of the HMR and continued progress on major infrastructure projects.

Larger Region

In 2025, the Government expanded the Hyderabad Metropolitan Region from about 7,257 sq. km. to 10,472 sq. km., extending planning jurisdiction up to the proposed Regional Ring Road. The expanded metropolitan region now covers 11 districts, 104 mandals and 1,355 revenue villages, bringing many peripheral areas under long-term metropolitan planning. Real estate professionals say this has increased investor interest in villages located along the proposed RRR corridor, particularly those expected to benefit from future infrastructure.

Southern corridor 

According to market participants, enquiries have increased in the Maheshwaram-Tukkuguda-Raviryal-Mucherla belt and other southern growth corridors. Proximity to the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, connectivity through the Outer Ring Road, proposed industrial developments and the planned Future City are among the factors supporting investor interest in these locations.

Interest in larger land parcels

Property consultants say some investors are exploring larger contiguous land parcels rather than individual residential plots, anticipating long-term appreciation as infrastructure develops. However, they caution that future price movements will depend on government policy, project execution and overall market conditions.

Land pooling already exists

HMDA already has a voluntary land pooling policy, under which landowners can participate in planned urban development by contributing land for infrastructure creation and receiving developed plots in return. Experts note that while land pooling remains an available planning tool, no fresh land pooling programme has been officially announced for the newly expanded areas.

Due diligence 

Real estate professionals advise buyers not to base investment decisions on market rumours or speculative expectations. Before purchasing land, buyers should verify master plans, zoning regulations, ownership records, statutory approvals and government notifications. They also recommend assessing access to infrastructure and long-term development prospects rather than relying solely on anticipated appreciation.

HMR Expansion

• HMR expanded from 7,257 sq. km. to 10,472 sq. km.
• Region now covers 11 districts, 104 mandals and 1,355 villages.
• Investor interest rising along the proposed RRR corridor.
• HMDA has a voluntary land pooling policy.
• No new land pooling programme has been officially announced.