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The Hyderabad Information Technology and Engineering Consultancy City (HITEC City) is an Indian financial business district located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. HITEC City is spread across 81 ha (200 acres) of land under the suburbs of Madhapur, Gachibowli, Kondapur, Miyapur, Nanakramguda, Serilingampally, Bachupally, Manikonda, Kukatpally and Shamshabad all the combined technology townships is also known as Cyberabad with a radius of 52.48 km (32.61 mi) surrounding approximate area of 6,100 ha (15,000 acres). HITEC City is within 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) of the residential and commercial suburb of Jubilee Hills.

Key Information

History

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In 1997, The then Chief Minister N. Chandra Babu Naidu travelled to Southeast Asia to meet potential investors and to 'market the state' and was impressed with the larger technology related developments of Singapore and Malaysia – especially Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC) near Kuala Lumpur.[2] Soon after coming back from his Southeast Asia tour, Naidu initiated a $350 million knowledge enclave in Hyderabad, leading to birth of HITEC City.[3] It was inaugurated by the then Prime Minister of India Atal Bihari Vajpayee on 22 November 1998.[4]

Cityscape

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Hitech city and Madhapur from Durgam Cheruvu bridge

Foundation of HITEC City

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Cyber Towers, HITEC City Hyderabad
Cyber Towers, HITEC City Hyderabad

Cyber Towers was the first tower to be built for the promotion of Information Technology (IT). Within the span of 14 months, the unique design was selected by N. Chandrababu Naidu[5] in 1997 to stand as a Monument in city of Hyderabad and as an architectural masterpiece in the centre of Cyberabad. The Cyberabad Metropolitan Police was set up and totally revamped the way of policing under safety and surveillance accomplishing HITEC City has emerged as the symbolic heart of cosmopolitan Hyderabad and it was initially marketed by both the officials of APIIC and L&T Infocity Ltd (the public and private sector partner). Companies such as Orbees Business Solutions, Knowledge Matrix India Pvt Ltd., 7 Hills Business Solutions, AppLabs, Keane Inc NTT DATA, Microsoft, Patni Computer Systems, Oracle Corporation, GE Capital, Whishworks, Prithvi Information Solutions, Naia Software Solutions India Pvt Ltd., Four Soft operate and call centers operate from this four-quadrant, 10-story building. The Cyber Towers building is divided into four quadrants with a large fountain in the middle of the quadrants.[6] Another large building of office space named Cyber Gateway has been built comprises over 866,000 square feet (80,500 square meters) across 8 acres (3.25 ha). HITEC City is now home to several of the tallest buildings in Hyderabad.[7]

Key Campuses

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Laxmi Cyber City

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Laxmi Cyber City, started construction from 2005 and built span of two years by 2007 operations started. It consists of three blocks. A block- HSBC GLT B block- E&Y, Inventiv, etc. C block- ADP The property is close to 1 Million sft. and shares its heritage with Laxmi Cyber Centre (Banjara Hills), Laxmi CentrePoint (Begumpet GE), Laxmi Cyber Point, Laxmi Cyber Towers SEZ etc.

R & D center

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Microsoft R&D hyderabad
Microsoft R&D Hyderabad

Microsoft India Development Center is one of Microsoft's largest R&D centers outside the Redmond headquarters, Washington state. Set up in Hyderabad in 1998. Then Chief minister N. Chandrababu Naidu arranged a meeting with Bill Gates founder of Microsoft [8] and discussed about the infrastructure provided and human resources availability in the state while managed him to build their sprawling 54 acres Microsoft campus of LEED Gold Certification for one of its buildings in hyderabad.[9] The Microsoft Corporation is the first multinational company to build a research and development center in Cyberabad.

L&T Infocity

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Infocity is the first software technology park layout in HITEC CITY which attracted major technology companies like Accenture, Microsoft, Oracle, s2Tech Technologies etc.

CII - Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre

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CII-Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre (CII-Godrej GBC) was established in the year 2004, as CII's Developmental Institute on Green Practices & Businesses, aimed at offering advisory services on conservation of natural resources. The Green Business Centre was inaugurated by His Excellency Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, the then President of India on 14 July 2004.

The Services of Green Business Centre include energy management, green buildings, green companies, renewable energy, GHG inventorisation, green product certification, waste management, and cleaner production process.

Hyderabad International Convention Centre

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Hyderabad International Convention Centre

In process of making India's favorite meetings and events destination in Hyderabad, then chief minister N. Chandrababu Naidu created a convention hub with the Hyderabad International Convention Centre,[10][11] is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art convention facility, the first of its kind in South Asia. The convention centre was built by Emaar MGF[12] of India. It has been the winner of the excellence award for “Best Standalone Convention Centre” for a record four times, nationally awarded by Ministry of Tourism, Government of India and the company is part owned by Emaar of UAE. The facility is managed by Accor Hospitality. The Hyderabad International Convention Centre with 5,000[13] seating capacity is India's largest convention facility. It is an integrated 27,000-square-metre (290,000 sq ft) covering 6.1 ha (15 acres). The centre can be configured to increase seating capacity to about 6,500. The convention center is connected to Novotel Hyderabad, an international business hotel, it has 288 rooms and is equipped with meeting rooms, restaurants, business centre, spa and a health club.[14]

Raheja Mindspace IT Park

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A office building in Mindspace IT Park, Hyderabad
An office building in Mindspace IT Park, Hyderabad

The Mindspace IT Park, is a park that includes residential, recreational, entertainment, and retail spaces. The park provides about 370,000 square metres (4,000,000 sq ft) of office space. Spread across 45 hectares (110 acres), this layout also provides about 40% open space with telecommunications and civic infrastructure, wide roads and greenery. The district witnessed immediate success with over 93 thousand square metres (1 million square feet) built and occupied within just 14 months of starting the project. The park provides both multi-tenant and built to suit facilities. Companies such as Hyundai Mobis, IBM, Accenture, CSC, Bank of America, Facebook and Novartis have built to suit facilities in the park with 10000 workers within them. Other companies in multitenant facilities include Broadcom Inc., Deloitte, Parexel, Syneos Health, Qualcomm, Zensar Technologies Ltd, Tech Mahindra, Oracle, Accenture, Amazon, General Electric, OpenText, IGATE, Verizon, Thomson Reuters, Wells Fargo and TietoEVRY. As of 2008 March, 20,000 people work in the park. The park is a notified SEZ and is set to accommodate about 55,000 IT workers making it the largest of the IT parks in HITEC city. The park also has a Westin Hotel and Inorbit Mall which have been opened in the second half of 2009.[15]

Mindspace IT park, hyderabad
Mindspace IT Park, hyderabad
Yashoda Hospitals, HITEC City

Map of Mindspace Park

  • Building - 1 - Accenture.
  • Building - 2 -Tech Mahindra, GE, ZenQ, Patni Computer Systems, Bank of America, Sumtotal systems, Redpine Signals, Beryl Consulting
  • Building - 3 - IBM.
  • Building - 4 - Computer Sciences Corporation.
  • Building - 5 - Bank of America, Redpine Signals.
  • Building - 6 - Qualcomm.
  • Building - 7 - Computer Sciences Corporation.
  • Building - 8 - Qualcomm, PL Engineering, Deloitte, UTC Fire & Security
  • Building - 9 - Verizon, Amazon, Broadcom, Qualcomm, HSBC, Deloitte, PerkinElmer.
  • Building - 10 - Verizon, Qualcomm, Broadcom, Raheja India.
  • Building - 11 - JP Morgan, Thomson Reuters, Advanced Micro Devices.
  • Building - 12A - Cognizant Technology Solutions, Pegasystems Inc.
  • Building - 14 - Portware, United Health Group, Persistent Systems & Solutions Ltd, OpenText Corporation, LGS Global Ltd, Trianz, Yash Technologies Pvt. Ltd, ZenQ, Verity Knowledge Solutions Pvt Ltd,Prolifics Corporation Limited 9th floor
  • Building - 20 - Parexel, vSplash Techlabs Pvt. Ltd, Cognizant Technology Solutions, YASH Technologies, RealPage, OMICS, PROLIFICS (Semantic Space Technologies).
  • Building - 21 - Colruyt IT Consultancy
  • HUDA Techno Enclave - Ocimum Bio Solutions

HITEX Exhibition Centre

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Hitex Exhibition Centre, HITEC City

Hyderabad International Trade Expositions Limited (HITEX)[16] is a venue for international exhibitions, conferences, trade shows, and corporate events in India. Exhibition centre was conceptualised by German architects and opened on 14 January 2003 by Commerce Minister Arun Shourie, and the Hitex Trade Fair Office Building was inaugurated by Andhra Pradesh former Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu.[17]

HITEX is located at Madhapur (near HITEC City). The facility is spread over nearly 40 ha (100 acres).[18]

GITEX Hyderabad, is the annual IT&C expo organised by the Dubai World Trade Centre in association with the Department of IT&C, Government of Telangana.[19]

HITEC City-2 SEZ

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I-Labs The Oval Building HITEC City Hyderabad

HITEC City-2 is a milestone project of Phoenix Infocity Pvt. Ltd. This is a venture by Phoenix Group, India. HITEC City-2 is an IT/ITeS Special Economic Zone (SEZ), and it is being promoted as an extension of HITEC City. The project has received formal approval as an IT/ITeS SEZ from the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India. On an overall built-up area of about 280,000 m2 (3,000,000 sq ft), nine IT buildings are proposed with a mix of multi-tenant and custom-built to suit options to be developed in phases. The SEZ design allows about 28,000 IT workers to work in an area of 280,000 m2 (3,000,000 sq ft).[20]

It has accommodated MNCs like

  • UBS (the Indian operations of which were recently[when?] acquired by Cognizant)
  • CUBIC Transportation Systems India Private Limited
  • ValueMomentum
  • MAQ Software
  • HCL
  • ValueLabs Inc.
  • Object Technologies
  • IGATE

Cyber Pearl (an Ascendas IT park)

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CyberPearl Building HITEC City Hyderabad
CyberPearl Building HITEC City Hyderabad
Phoenix Equinox, HITEC City
SkyView buildings

CyberPearl is located in the heart of Hyderabad's growth centre. Numerous MNC campuses, commercial facilities and extensive social infrastructure are located nearby the park. Opened in 2004, CyberPearl was the first park in Hyderabad to feature a fully equipped health club and business centre. In-house amenities include a large food court, restaurant, meeting rooms, conference and recreational facilities. Cyber Pearl would have been named Cyber Oasis, but since Hyderabad is associated with pearls, "Pearl" was considered more appropriate. The park accommodates over 5000 IT workers with 5,000,000 square feet (460,000 m2) of office space. Companies located at Cyber Pearl are :

  • Winshuttle Software (India) Pvt. Ltd.
  • TNS INDIA PVT. LTD.
  • Sitel India Ltd
  • GE
  • Innopark
  • UMC
  • NTT DATA
  • Tech Mahindra
  • Salesforce dotcom
  • MarketTools Research Pvt Ltd
  • RSA/Valyd Software
  • SD Softech
  • Smartplay Technologies
  • ZenQ
  • Bank of Baroda - DR Site
  • CenturyLink

Facebook, Hyderabad

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Facebook has had an office in Cyberabad since 2010. It was the fourth Facebook office worldwide.[21]

Amazon Global Campus

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Amazon first started operations in India in 2004 from Hyderabad. Global e-commerce giant amazon inaugurates its first owned and world’s largest campus building in 2019 at Hyderabad that spread across 9.5 acres which can house for more than 15,000 employees, becoming third of Amazon’s total India employee base across six offices. This is Amazon’s single largest building in the anywhere worldwide in terms of total built-up area and the campus will spread out with spanning over 68 acres.[22]

Other campuses around HITEC city

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Wipro campus
Wipro campus
Hyderabad metro towards Cyber Towers
Hyderabad metro towards Cyber Towers
Oracle hyd
Oracle Campus
Novartis India headquarter campus

Oracle Campus, HITEC City Microsoft R&D Campus in Gachibowli, Hyderabad.

Several companies have opened built to suit facilities in and around HITEC city. Some of these are:

  • Tecreos Overseas Education Consultants
  • Ananth Technologies
  • Aurobindo Pharma, Water Mark Building
  • Computer Maintenance Corporation
  • Convergys Campus
  • Cyient Campus
  • NetCracker Technology Corp.
  • DELL Campus
  • CyberCity I.T. Campus
  • E-Park I.T. Campus (Currently leased by TCS)
  • Franklin Templeton campus
  • Honeywell Campus
  • Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited. IT Data Centre
  • HSBC Campus
  • Capgemini Campus
  • iLabs Centre
  • Infosys Campus
  • Login4ITES Network
  • Microsoft Campus
  • Motorola Campus
  • Oracle Campus
  • Polaris Campus
  • Tech Mahindra Cyber Space Campus
  • Tech Mahindra Infocity Campus
  • Reliance Communications
  • Sierra Atlantic Campus
  • SoftSol Campus
  • Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Campus (Deccan Park)
  • UBS (now Cognizant)
  • ValueLabs Campus
  • VSNL campus
  • WIPRO Campus (Gachibowli)
  • Zensar technologies Ltd
  • Simply Write Consulting Services

The V, an Ascendas IT Park

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The V is spread across 20 acres (8 ha) and has five multi-tenant buildings with a gross floor area of 1.65 million sq ft (90,000 m2) having close to 100% occupancy.

V, an Ascendas IT Park at Hitec city
V, an Ascendas IT Park at Hitec city

With over 10 acres (4 ha) of open space, it is a green township with landscaped gardens. Most of the large rock formations have been left untouched, with the buildings designed around the natural landscape. The V is the first IT park which is completely operational. It accommodates about 15,000 IT professionals.

It is about 10 km from the city center and 14 km from the airport, both being within an hour's drive. The nearest local train station is around 3 km from the campus.

The V is composed of five buildings.

  • Mariner
  • Auriga
  • Orion
  • Capella
  • Vega

The TCS Deccan Park Campus

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Tata Consultancy Services, Hyderabad
Tata Consultancy Services, Hyderabad

The Deccan park is the largest global development centre of the Tata Consultancy Services. The facility was designed by Swiss architect Mario Botta. The Deccan Park has been set up with an estimated investment of 15 billion with recreation and sporting facilities, which houses more than 2,200 professionals. The centre has been set up in 11 acres (4.5 ha) of land, with a built-up area around 320,000 ft2 (30,000 m2) on 9 floors. The centre works in domain areas such as telecommunications, e-governance, biological sciences, ports, and shipping and also deploy technologies including .Net, opensource billing and bioinformatics.

RMZ Futura IT Park

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Avasa Hotel in HITEC City

RMZ FUTURA is an exclusive independent/built-to-suit facility set amidst HITEC city owned by RMZ Corp, adjacent to Cyber Gateway.[23] The state-of-the-art structure comprises four independent blocks spread across the entire site.

The RMZ FUTURA IT Park is composed of four buildings. All four buildings have been occupied.

  • CGI on the fourth floor; other floors constitute Deloitte Block A
  • Deloitte Block B
  • Deloitte Block C
  • Deloitte Block D

Shilpakala Vedika

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Shilpakala Vedika
Shilpakala Vedika

Shilpakala Vedika, constructed under the government of N. Chandrababu Naidu, is located in a 60,000 sq ft (5,600 m2) plot, on a 5 acres (20,000 m2) land, with a seating capacity of 2,500. It is a state-of-the-art facility comprising a press room, cafeteria, modern multi-media projection system, luxurious green rooms, good acoustics and exquisite ethnic decor. This auditorium was held by M/S Sanpra Group and M/S Alif Group under a BOOT contract.[24]

See also

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References

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from Grokipedia
The Hyderabad and Consultancy City (HITEC City) is a prominent multi-use business district and information technology hub located in , western Hyderabad, , , spanning approximately 200 acres and designed as an integrated township for IT operations, residential, commercial, and recreational facilities. Inaugurated on November 22, 1998, by then-Prime Minister , it was envisioned by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister to position Hyderabad as India's , fostering through IT and engineering consultancy services. Developed as a public-private partnership between the (APIIC, now Telangana State Industrial Infrastructure Corporation) and (L&T), HITEC City began as L&T Infocity before being renamed to reflect its focus on high-tech industries; the initial phase covered 158 acres with plans for scalable infrastructure including office spaces, housing, and amenities to attract global talent. Today, it forms the heart of "Cyberabad," Hyderabad's expansive IT corridor, which hosts over 1,500 IT and IT-enabled services (ITES) firms, including multinational giants like , , Amazon, and TCS, and employs over 946,000 people (as of 2024) in , , and related sectors. This ecosystem has driven Hyderabad's transformation into one of India's top IT export hubs, generating substantial revenue and spurring urban growth with modern connectivity via metro rail, highways, and the nearby.

History and Development

Establishment and Foundation

The establishment of HITEC City, formally known as the Hyderabad Information Technology and Engineering Consultancy City, originated in the mid-1990s amid India's burgeoning software export industry. In 1994-1995, the government, through the (APIIC)—now known as Telangana State Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (TSIIC)—envisioned creating a dedicated enclave for and firms to capitalize on the global demand for software services. This initiative was driven by the need to position Hyderabad as a competitive IT hub, similar to Bangalore, by providing integrated infrastructure for export-oriented units. The project took shape as a public-private , with APIIC allocating approximately 158 acres of land in village for the initial phase. In 1996, L&T Infocity Limited partnered with APIIC, holding 89% equity while APIIC contributed the land as its 11% stake, aiming to develop a multi-phase complex with up to 7.5 million square feet of built-up space. The foundation stone was laid in 1998 under the leadership of then-Chief Minister , who prioritized the project to attract international following his Southeast Asia tour for urban IT models. This marked the official launch, with the site selected for its proximity to Hyderabad's airport and existing urban areas. Early development focused on the flagship Cyber Towers, constructed by L&T Infocity as the centerpiece to house IT companies, which was completed and inaugurated on November 22, 1998, by alongside . The project benefited from incentives under the (STPI) scheme, launched in 1991, which offered export-oriented IT units benefits such as 100% duty-free imports of capital goods, a 10-year on export profits, and streamlined single-window clearances to encourage software exports. These measures were instrumental in drawing initial tenants focused on offshore development and consultancy services.

Expansion and Milestones

The expansion of HITEC City progressed through defined phases, with Phase I (2000–2005) focusing on core infrastructure development, including the completion of the Cyber Towers and their initial occupancy by leading IT companies like and Satyam. This phase established the foundation for the area's transformation into a premier IT hub, attracting early investments and operationalizing about 200 acres of prime land for technology operations. Phase II (2006–2015) significantly scaled the footprint by adding over 500 acres through (SEZ) notifications, enabling the development of additional office spaces, residential enclaves, and support facilities under the broader Cyberabad framework. These expansions were supported by the SEZ Act of 2005, which facilitated tax incentives and streamlined approvals, leading to the notification of key parcels like the 30-acre HI-TEC City SEZ in in September 2006. Major milestones shaped this growth trajectory. The 2001 Cyberabad Master Plan integrated HITEC City into a cohesive urban strategy, promoting and infrastructure alignment. The Hyderabad Metro Rail project, initiated in the late 2000s with planning phases accelerating around 2010, improved accessibility to HITEC City, culminating in direct connectivity by 2019. The formation of state in 2014 further boosted momentum through targeted IT policies, including enhanced incentives for exports and innovation under the Telangana ICT Policy. By 2020, these developments had generated substantial economic impact, creating over 300,000 direct IT jobs in the region since the state's formation by 2021 and positioning HITEC City as a contributor to approximately 40% of Telangana's IT exports by 2015. evolutions complemented this growth, notably the 2015 launch of T-Hub, India's largest startup incubator, housed within HITEC City to foster and link startups with global mentors and investors.

Recent Developments

Following the , HITEC City experienced a robust recovery in its market from 2021 to 2023, driven by the adoption of hybrid work models that encouraged a return to collaborative environments while maintaining flexibility. This period saw a surge in office absorption, with Hyderabad's overall market—including HITEC City—recording approximately 20% year-on-year growth in Grade A space uptake by 2023, as companies reconfigured spaces for hybrid setups. In 2024, the momentum continued, with Hyderabad absorbing 12.5 million square feet of across its key submarkets like HITEC City, marking a 56% increase from the previous year and underscoring the area's resilience. By the first half of 2025, tech-sector leasing in Hyderabad reached 2.3 million square feet, representing 21% of India's total, with HITEC City remaining a primary driver despite emerging competition. In early 2025, Telangana's IT and Industries Minister announced plans to develop two new IT parks in Hyderabad's suburbs, modeled after HITEC City, to sustain the region's growth in technology and innovation sectors. These parks aim to create additional hubs for IT and firms, with a detailed study underway to identify suitable locations and allocate dedicated land. Complementing this, India opened a state-of-the-art branch in HITEC City on October 4, 2025, spanning 5,600 square feet and designed to serve affluent, tech-savvy clients with premium banking services, including global and digital solutions. The relocation from a previous site in Raj Bhavan Road highlights the area's appeal as a financial and professional epicenter. The influx of IT professionals has fueled a real estate boom in HITEC City, particularly in luxury residential developments that integrate high-end amenities with proximity to tech campuses. Projects like Kohinoor by Auro Realty, offering 3- and 4-BHK apartments in a with a 50,000-square-foot clubhouse and over 40 lifestyle facilities, exemplify this trend, with construction updates showing steady progress toward completion in late 2025. Over 13 new luxury developments have emerged along key corridors such as Green Hills Road, including high-rise towers with smart home features and green spaces, attracting buyers seeking upscale living amid the IT-driven economic surge. Emerging trends indicate a partial shift in leasing activity toward Hyderabad's Financial District, which overtook HITEC City in overall absorption volumes by mid-2025 due to newer Grade A supply, yet HITEC City retains its status as the core IT hub with stable demand for established infrastructure. The area is increasingly focusing on and Global Capability Centers (GCCs), with major expansions by tech giants; for instance, R&D leased 265,000 square feet of premium office space in 2025 to bolster its AI and cloud operations, while established a new GCC facility emphasizing advanced and . Hyderabad as a whole hosted over 350 GCCs by late 2025, with 40% of new national setups in the past three years concentrating in areas like HITEC City, driving job creation in .

Geography and Cityscape

Location and Boundaries

HITEC City is centered at coordinates 17°26′30″N 78°23′E, located in the suburb within mandal of Rangareddy district, state, , and falls under the jurisdiction of the (GHMC). This positioning places it as a key component of Hyderabad's western expansion, integrating urban development with the surrounding semi-urban landscape. The core area of HITEC City spans 81 hectares, bordered by the Ayyappa Society residential area to the north, Hitech City Road to the east, the suburb to the south, and to the west. It forms an integral part of the broader Cyberabad IT corridor, which covers approximately 6,100 hectares across multiple suburbs including , , and . In terms of administrative evolution, the area was designated as an IT/ITES (SEZ) under the SEZ Act of 2005, with formal notification issued in 2006 by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. HITEC City lies about 35 km from and 15 km from central Hyderabad, enhancing its accessibility for business operations. Environmentally, HITEC City is situated on the at an average elevation of 540 meters above sea level, characterized by gently rolling terrain typical of the region. The initial development involved land acquisition from agricultural fields in village, transforming former farmland into a planned hub.

Urban Layout and Planning

The urban layout of HITEC City is primarily shaped by the , initiated in 2001 by the to foster a special zone for and engineering consultancy around the core Hi-Tech City area in . This plan designated zones for commercial, residential, and green spaces to balance economic growth with livability, emphasizing a structured development for IT parks, supporting , and ancillary uses. The layout adopts a grid-based pattern supplemented by radial roads that facilitate connectivity to broader Hyderabad, integrating the area with major arterials like the Old Highway and the Nehru Outer Ring Road, which form key structural elements for and expansion. Architecturally, HITEC City features modernist high-rises emblematic of its tech-oriented evolution, with the Cyber Towers—completed in 1998 as the area's inaugural structure—standing as a 10-story circular building that set the tone for contemporary design through its open quadrants and central fountain. The built environment incorporates green belts and pedestrian pathways to promote accessibility and environmental integration, evolving from predominantly low-rise developments in the early to post-2015 skyscrapers that now dominate the skyline, such as those exceeding 50 stories in the Financial District extension, including the under-construction SAS Crown at 57 floors as of 2025. This progression reflects a shift toward vertical density to accommodate rapid IT sector expansion while maintaining aesthetic coherence with glass facades and landscaped open spaces. The residential-commercial mix has fostered gated communities and mixed-use zones, particularly in adjacent suburbs like and , where high-end apartments coexist with office complexes to support the workforce influx. Key roads such as the Old Mumbai Highway provide direct links to central Hyderabad, while the Nehru Outer encircles the area, enabling efficient radial access and structuring overall urban expansion. Early development faced challenges like flooding due to inadequate drainage, which were addressed through subsequent upgrades, including the modernization of drains by 2010 and further enhancements in later years to handle runoff; however, the area has continued to experience severe flooding during heavy rains, such as in October 2025, prompting for over 50,000 IT employees. Planning adheres to (FAR) guidelines aimed at sustainable density, though Hyderabad's deregulated FSI regime allows flexibility for high-rise growth without fixed upper limits in HITEC City.

Infrastructure

Transportation and Connectivity

HITEC City is primarily accessed via National Highway 65 (NH-65), which connects it to central Hyderabad and beyond toward , and the (ORR), an 158-kilometer eight-lane expressway encircling the city and linking key suburbs including and . Internal roads, such as the Hi-Tec City Main Road, form the backbone of local mobility, handling approximately 150,000 vehicles daily and serving around 500,000 IT employees during peak hours with up to 7,000 vehicles per hour in a single direction. To address congestion, recent infrastructure upgrades include the completion of a 1.2-kilometer three-level flyover at in June 2025, connecting the ORR to and reducing peak-hour travel times toward HITEC City by up to 30 minutes through better signal-free access. Additionally, a road-widening project on Hi-Tec City Main Road, adding a third lane and set for completion by late 2025, is projected to cut commute durations by as much as 30 minutes during rush hours. Public transportation in HITEC City is anchored by the Blue Line of the Rail, with the 10-kilometer stretch from to HITEC City—including key stations at and Hitech City—inaugurated on March 20, 2019, to facilitate efficient access to the IT hub. The Hitech City Metro Station, a three-level elevated facility, directly serves the core area near Cyber Towers, while the nearby station supports surrounding residential and commercial zones. Integration with the Multi-Modal Transport System (MMTS) occurs at the adjacent Hi-Tech City railway station, which handles suburban trains connecting to central Hyderabad and provides seamless transfers for commuters within a short walking distance. As of September 2025, the station is undergoing redevelopment under the at a cost of ₹25.95 , with 80% of work completed, including , improved booking offices, and enhanced passenger facilities, expected to be fully operational by December 2025. Access to (RGIA) is approximately a 30-minute drive covering 35 kilometers via the ORR, offering convenient inter-city links for business travelers in the IT sector. Future enhancements include proposed extensions under Phase 2, which will connect HITEC City to the nearby Financial District through additional corridors spanning over 86 kilometers, with initial segments targeted for operationalization by 2029 to improve regional options. Last-mile connectivity relies on app-based ride-hailing services like Ola and , which are widely used for short trips from metro stations to offices, alongside corporate shuttle services operated by companies such as HiTech Shuttle for employee transport within the campus areas. Pedestrian mobility is supported by elevated skywalks, including the one linking Hitech City Metro Station to the L&T Next Galleria mall, which opened in October 2019 to provide safe, traffic-free pathways for commuters.

Utilities and Sustainability

HITEC City benefits from reliable utility services, including uninterrupted electricity supply provided by the Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (TSSPDCL), which has implemented measures to ensure 24/7 power availability for the IT corridor in Cyberabad. Water management in the area incorporates treated effluent from common treatment facilities, supporting industrial reuse amid broader efforts in Hyderabad to achieve near-complete coverage. Sustainability initiatives in HITEC City are prominently driven by the CII-Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre, established in 2004 as a hub for promoting energy efficiency, adoption, and practices. The centre conducts energy audits for industries and encourages solar photovoltaic installations, contributing to reduced carbon footprints across the region's commercial spaces; it itself operates as a net-zero energy building with Platinum certification, serving as a model for . Several prominent structures, including The Westin Hyderabad HITEC City and India's campus, hold Gold certifications, emphasizing , use, and efficient resource management. Waste management practices align with zero-waste objectives through on-site composting of organic waste and dedicated e-waste facilities available in the vicinity, supporting Hyderabad's broader environmental goals. In 2024, became mandatory for new constructions in Hyderabad, including HITEC City, requiring structures to capture significant portions of runoff to recharge and mitigate . Integration of under Telangana's framework, including the initiatives since 2022, deploys IoT sensors for real-time monitoring of energy consumption and environmental parameters in areas like HITEC City. These systems, exemplified by the Smart City Living Lab at the International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad, enable data-driven optimizations for and urban sustainability.

Major Facilities

Convention and Exhibition Centers

The Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC), launched in 2006 as India's first purpose-built convention facility, spans a total built-up area of approximately 18,000 square meters and features a pillar-less main hall of 6,480 square meters with a of 12.5 meters. This venue accommodates up to 6,500 delegates in theater-style seating and is equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual systems, making it suitable for large-scale s and exhibitions. Managed by the Group in partnership with , HICC has hosted prominent events such as the annual BioAsia summit, a leading global life sciences and healthcare attracting over 3,000 delegates from 50 countries. The HITEX Exhibition Centre, established in 2003 through a public-private partnership by the (now ), occupies 53 acres and includes four air-conditioned exhibition halls with a combined indoor exhibition space of about 18,500 square meters, plus approximately 40,000 square meters of outdoor exhibition area. Capable of hosting up to 35,000 visitors across its facilities, HITEX supports diverse events including trade fairs and conferences, with individual s often drawing 20,000 to 25,000 attendees. It has been a key venue for automotive showcases, such as the series and Green Vehicle Expo, fostering industry networking in the region. A new 8,000 square meter hall added in recent years has enhanced its capacity for larger and hybrid events. Together, HICC and HITEX have driven Hyderabad's MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) sector, with post-2023 infrastructure enhancements enabling hybrid events through advanced AV and seamless online integration. These centers host over 100 major events annually, contributing to the local economy by generating revenue from and , while partnering with nearby IT firms for -focused expos that leverage HITEC City's hub status.

Cultural and Performing Arts Venues

Shilpakala Vedika, a prominent terracotta in HITEC City, serves as a central hub for , hosting theater, music, and dance performances. Opened on June 15, 2002, by then-Chief Minister , the venue features a 60,000-square-foot with approximately 2,000 seats and advanced acoustics suitable for diverse cultural events. Integrated within the Arts and Crafts Village, established in 1992 to promote traditional Indian arts amid the region's rapid technological expansion, facilitates programs that preserve and showcase local Telugu cultural expressions, including dance recitals and classical music concerts. Annual events such as the Festival and Natya Thoranam performances draw audiences to celebrate regional heritage, balancing HITEC City's IT dominance with cultural continuity. Complementing the indoor facilities, Shilparamam's open-air amphitheater supports community-driven performances, including and seasonal cultural fairs that engage local artists and residents. Multi-purpose halls within the complex, such as those used for art exhibitions with occasional overlaps, further enhance accessibility for smaller-scale events. The venue's location in a tech-centric area underscores efforts to foster cultural preservation, with ongoing programs attracting diverse participants to sustain Telugu traditions in a modern urban setting.

IT Parks and Campuses

Prominent IT Parks

Raheja Mindspace IT Park stands as one of the foundational multi-tenant facilities in HITEC City, spanning 110 acres across since its establishment in 2004. The park comprises 21 buildings designed for IT/ITES and corporate use, offering contemporary warm-shell with flexible configurations to accommodate diverse needs. Recent expansions include co-working spaces such as those operated by UrbanWrk and Table Space Suites, covering approximately 1.35 square feet, enhancing its appeal for startups and smaller firms. Amenities like experience centers (0.13 million square feet, completed by Q3 FY25) and upcoming towers (1.6 million square feet by Q4 FY27) underscore its ongoing development as a comprehensive . Cyber Pearl, developed by Ascendas and managed under CapitaLand India Trust, is a 2.4 million square foot IT Special Economic Zone (SEZ) that opened in 2008 within HITEC City Phase II. The park emphasizes sustainable design, incorporating solar power generation and energy-efficient systems to reduce environmental impact, alongside modern amenities such as a gymnasium, cafeteria, bank, ATMs, and sports facilities like volleyball courts. Its Grade A infrastructure supports high-density operations for technology firms. In 2025, Cyber Pearl welcomed NVIDIA's new R&D unit for GPU development, alongside high occupancy rates as part of CapitaLand's Hyderabad portfolio. L&T Infocity, the initial development renamed as HITEC City, spans about 120 acres primarily in and areas, with built-up space of approximately 4 million square feet as of 2025, providing integrated R&D and office facilities tailored for innovation-driven enterprises since its launch in 2006. The development features scalable workspaces suitable for startups, mid-sized companies, and multinational corporations, with a focus on seamless connectivity and collaborative environments. It includes advanced for and sectors, contributing to Hyderabad's reputation as a hub for global tech talent. Among other notable parks, Laxmi Cyber City in covers about 1 million square feet across three blocks, with a growing emphasis on and life sciences applications. Developed by GAR Corporation, it offers plug-and-play offices ranging from 10,000 to 20,000 square feet per floor, including co-working options for nearly 1,000 professionals and facilities like two-level basement parking. Recent tenants in the biotech space, such as Eagle Genomics, highlight its role in advancing research and related innovations; in 2025, it introduced AI incubators for biotech startups. Similarly, RMZ Futura, completed in 2020, provides 780,000 square feet of office space over 5.2 acres in four blocks, achieving LEED Platinum certification for its eco-friendly design and integration of co-working areas like Skootr (1 square feet). The park supports flexible leasing for diverse tenants, with premium spaces available at competitive rates as of July 2025; in 2025, it added AI-focused incubators. These prominent IT parks in HITEC City benefit from SEZ status, which provides tax incentives and streamlined operations to foster IT growth, alongside ubiquitous high-speed connectivity infrastructure. As of 2025, Grade A facilities maintain rates above 90%, with overall vacancy in HITEC City at around 8%, reflecting robust demand from the expanding tech sector.

Major Corporate Campuses

(TCS) maintains a significant presence in HITEC City through its Deccan Park campus, which spans 11 acres and features a built-up area of 320,000 square feet across nine floors, completed in 2008 to serve as a key development center. The facility includes recreation areas and sports complexes to enhance and productivity. In 2025, TCS further expanded its Hyderabad footprint by leasing over 1 million square feet of in the Financial District, underscoring its commitment to scaling operations in the region. Amazon's global campus in Hyderabad, located in the Financial District, part of Hyderabad's Cyberabad IT corridor encompassing HITEC City, stands as the company's largest outside , covering 3.3 million square feet across 9.7 acres and accommodating over 15,000 employees since its major phase opened in 2019. Focused on AI, cloud computing, and development services, the campus underwent significant expansion in 2024, including new hyperscale data centers to support AI/ML workloads and additional staffing for over 10,000 roles. Amenities such as sustainable design elements, cafeterias, and wellness programs emphasize employee in this flagship site. Meta's engineering hub in Hyderabad, established as a standalone facility in 2021, occupies approximately 367,000 square feet in HITEC City and serves as a critical center for , including AR/VR technologies. Opened with an initial focus on regional , the includes wellness centers and collaborative spaces; by 2022, it had grown to support expanded engineering teams, with a lease renewal in 2024 extending operations for another five years. Microsoft's India Development Center (IDC) in Hyderabad expanded substantially in 2023 and 2025, reaching a total of over 2 million square feet across its campuses in the area, with a new 1.1 million square foot LEED-certified building inaugurated in February 2025 to house an additional 2,500 employees. The facility prioritizes , AI, and , featuring modern amenities like gyms and innovation labs to attract talent. Google's Hyderabad campus in Gachibowli, with construction advancing since 2023 and partial operations starting in mid-2025, spans 3 million square feet, marking it as the company's largest outside the and designed for up to 5,000 engineers focused on AI, , and safety technologies. A key 2024 addition included the launch of the Google Safety Engineering Centre, enhancing cybersecurity and AR/VR development capabilities, with employee amenities such as cafeterias and recreational areas integrated into the design. Apple's development center in Hyderabad, operational since 2017, focuses on maps, software, and hardware engineering, initially planned to support up to 4,000 roles and expanded in 2025 with growth to approximately 6,000 positions amid increased R&D investments. The campus emphasizes collaborative workspaces and wellness facilities to support its engineering teams. These major corporate campuses collectively drive a substantial portion of HITEC City's IT ecosystem, accounting for significant tech-sector leasing—Hyderabad absorbed 2.3 million square feet in the first half of 2025 alone, representing 21% of India's total—while prioritizing employee amenities like gyms, sports complexes, and innovation labs to boost retention and productivity.

Special Economic Zones and Expansions

HITEC City-2, an extension of the original development, was notified as an IT/ITES in 2009, spanning approximately 150 acres to support software services and . By 2025, around 80% of the zone has been developed, with a particular emphasis on accommodating startups through flexible leasing options and incubation facilities integrated into the . The broader SEZ ecosystem in HITEC City integrates with expansions managed by the Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (TGIIC), including over 500 acres of additional land parcels auctioned for IT development. Emerging zones like the Avance Business Hub, a 25.68-acre SEZ campus within the area, host major IT firms and provide 1.5 million square feet of leasable space, contributing to the zone's scalability. In 2025, the state government outlined plans for two satellite IT parks, each covering 200 acres, near and , modeled after HITEC City's framework to decentralize growth and create around 100,000 jobs. These expansions aim to leverage proximity to and industrial corridors for enhanced logistics. SEZ policies in these areas offer incentives such as a 100% income tax holiday on export profits until 2029 for eligible units, alongside GST exemptions on imports and domestic procurements. Single-window clearance mechanisms streamline approvals through TGIIC and the central SEZ authority, reducing setup timelines. Land acquisition hurdles for expansions were mitigated via 2024 state notifications, including GO 54, which allocated key parcels without major disputes.

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