GHMC Allocates Rs 375 Crores for Development of Parks in the City

As part of the 2024-25 Vanamahotsavam initiative, the corporation has successfully planted 50 lakh trees, significantly boosting the city's greenery

- METRO INDIA NEWS

To tackle rising pollution levels in Hyderabad, the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has prioritized increasing greenery. Under the Green Budget, GHMC has allocated Rs 375 crores for various park development projects, with Rs 126.91 crores specifically set aside for theme parks.

The city boasts 1,049 parks, of which 53 are major theme parks. Out of these, 28 have been completed, while the remaining are under development. GHMC has also introduced open gyms in parks, completing installations in 111 out of the 142 proposed locations.