Bharat Future City
FCDA Jurisdiction Expands to 71 Revenue Villages; Land Pooling Plan Advances
The Future City Development Authority has expanded its jurisdiction to 71 revenue villages after 15 additional villages were recently added, with officials now preparing plans for land pooling and development ventures for farmers in these villages who come forward voluntarily.
| Total FCDA jurisdiction (village count) | 71 revenue villages (up from original 56) |
|---|---|
| Expansion scope | 15 villages recently added to FCDA jurisdiction |
| Total jurisdiction area | 765.28 square kilometres across the Ibrahimpatnam, Maheshwaram and Kalwakurthy Assembly constituencies of Rangareddy district |
| Conservation-zone land within expanded area | More than 65,000 acres across the 71 villages fall under the conservation zone |
| Development model for new villages | Officials are preparing plans for land pooling and developing international-standard layouts for those interested in investing in Future City |
| Land conversion requirement | For the FCDA to approve layouts on conservation-zone land, land conversion is mandatory |
| Core development footprint | Bharat Future City is a 30,000-acre megaproject south of Hyderabad, described as India's first Net-Zero Greenfield Smart City |
| FCDA governance | The Future City Development Authority was constituted to oversee development with a focus on integrated urban planning and economic growth |
Expansion Announced
With another 15 villages recently added, the FCDA now covers 71 revenue villages, with officials preparing plans to undertake land pooling and develop ventures if farmers in these villages come forward. The authority also plans to develop international-standard layouts for those interested in investing in Future City.
Bharat Future City is a 30,000-acre megaproject south of Hyderabad, described as India's first Net-Zero Greenfield Smart City. The original 765-sq km FCDA, created to oversee the planned development of Future City, was established in March 2025 and initially covered 56 villages across Amangal, Ibrahimpatnam, Kadthal, Kandukur, Maheshwaram and Manchala mandals.
Conservation Zone Challenges and Opportunities
Several villages in the Ibrahimpatnam and Maheshwaram Assembly constituencies were earlier brought under the HMDA conservation zone. As a result, land prices in these areas are lower than those in residential zones. More than 65,000 acres across the 71 villages fall under the conservation zone.
For the FCDA to approve layouts on such land, land conversion is mandatory. This regulatory requirement presents both a barrier and an opportunity: willing farmers can participate in land pooling schemes only after obtaining Change of Land Use (CLU) approvals from the FCDA, which will require navigating the conservation-to-development conversion process.
Land Pooling Framework and Farmer Participation
The government is considering a land pooling system along the lines of the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA), to meet public-use requirements while benefiting farmers who give up their land within the FCDA limits. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has explicitly directed officials to pursue a persuasive and transparent land pooling process, marking a notable deviation from the earlier regime's approach.
The FCDA is preparing to acquire land from willing farmers by releasing funds through a green channel and develop layouts conforming to international standards.
Next Steps: Master Plan and Infrastructure
The master plan deadline is set for December 2026. Out of an initial pool of 12 global applicants, six prominent firms are now in the final race to prepare the Master Plan-2047. While many consultancy firms initially requested a one-year window to map out the sprawling 1.80 lakh acres, the government has held firm on a December 2026 completion target.
In July 2026, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy laid the foundation stone for the Amazon Web Services (AWS) flagship hyper-scale data center on 202 acres in Bharat Future City, kickstarting Amazon's ₹60,000-crore regional commitment. Key infrastructure in this zone includes the Ratan Tata Road (Greenfield Radial Road 1), a 41.5 km expressway connecting the ORR at Raviryal to the RRR at Amangal.
Regulatory Authority and Status (as of August 2026)
The Future City Development Authority, established by the state government in March 2025 to oversee the development of Future City on the city outskirts, has now become fully operational following the devolution of powers from the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) and the Directorate of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) for granting layout and building approvals.
The Chief Minister serves as the chairman of the FCDA, with the municipal administration minister as vice-chairman.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the original 56 villages and the new 71-village jurisdiction?
The FCDA recently added 15 villages to its jurisdiction, bringing the total from 56 to 71 revenue villages. Officials are preparing plans for land pooling and development ventures in these newly added areas for farmers who come forward voluntarily.
Why does land conversion matter for the newly added villages?
Several villages in the Ibrahimpatnam and Maheshwaram Assembly constituencies were earlier brought under the HMDA conservation zone, resulting in lower land prices. More than 65,000 acres across the 71 villages fall under the conservation zone, and for the FCDA to approve layouts on such land, land conversion is mandatory.
How does FCDA's land pooling model work for farmers?
The government is considering a land pooling system along the lines of the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA), to meet public-use requirements while benefiting farmers who give up their land within the FCDA limits. The FCDA is preparing to acquire land from willing farmers by releasing funds through a green channel and develop layouts conforming to international standards.
When will the Future City Master Plan be finalized?
The master plan deadline is set for December 2026. The government has held firm on this December 2026 completion target despite initial requests from consultancy firms for a one-year window.
What major infrastructure projects are underway in Future City?
In July 2026, the foundation stone was laid for the Amazon Web Services (AWS) flagship hyper-scale data center on 202 acres. Key infrastructure includes the Ratan Tata Road (Greenfield Radial Road 1), a 41.5 km expressway connecting the ORR at Raviryal to the RRR at Amangal.
Sources
- Future City land pooling raises hopes among farmers – Hyderabad Mail
- Telangana government forms Future City Development Authority – Telangana Today
- FCDA Now Fully Operational – Deccan Chronicle
- Future City's Master Plan: Telangana Sets 9-month Deadline – Deccan Chronicle
- Bharat Future City Hyderabad 2026 — India's First Net-Zero Smart City – HousingPal Blog
- Plots for Sale in Future City Hyderabad (2026) – PCC Realty