Is Hyderabad sacrificing its last green lung for flyovers?
KBR National Park is often called one of Hyderabad’s “green lungs” because it helps reduce heat, supports biodiversity, and gives people a rare large open green space in the middle of the city. So the concern around tree cutting and flyover expansion nearby is understandable.
Supporters of the projects argue that Hyderabad’s traffic has grown massively and new infrastructure is needed to reduce congestion and improve connectivity. Critics, however, feel the city is relying too heavily on flyovers instead of long-term solutions like stronger public transport, better urban planning, and protecting existing green cover.
The debate has become bigger than just KBR — it reflects a larger question many growing cities face: how to balance development with environmental sustainability. Recent legal interventions and public protests also show that many residents want stricter protection for urban green spaces.