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University of Hyderabad refutes Telangana Government's survey claim on Kancha Gachibowli land

The University of Hyderabad issued a clarification on March 31, 2025, denying claims that a survey was conducted on its campus in July 2024 to demarcate 400 acres of land resumed by the State Government from IMG Academies Bharata Pvt. Ltd. The university stated that only a preliminary inspection of the land's topography has occurred. The university also denied agreeing to the demarcation of the land, as claimed by the Telangana Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (TGIIC). The university highlighted that any transfer of its land requires approval from its Executive Council. TGIIC issued a separate clarification regarding the 400 acres, confirming that the land belongs to the government and was reallocated to the Andhra Pradesh Youth Advancement, Tourism, and Cultural Department after IMG Academies failed to develop it. Following a legal dispute, the Telangana government reclaimed the land. TGIIC stated that the land is designated for development under new government guidelines and has been transferred to them for IT and infrastructure projects. They conducted a survey in July 2024, confirming the land's boundaries and assuring the public that development will not harm the environment. TGIIC plans to preserve notable rock formations and prepare an Environmental Management Plan.

| Neelima Eaty

04:51 PM Mar 31, 2025 IST