HMDA to Introduce Sprinklers and Tree Trimming Machines on Hyderabad Outer Ring Road

On Monday, 20 July 2026, the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) announced plans to introduce a sprinkler system and deploy advanced tree-trimming machinery along the 158-kilometre Outer Ring Road (ORR) main carriageway in Hyderabad. The initiative is designed to enhance the green cover along the expressway, reduce manual labor, and streamline routine maintenance operations.

According to a press release issued by the HMDA, the deployment of the latest machinery for tree-trimming operations is specifically aimed at reducing the physical presence of workers on the busy expressway. The ORR is an eight-lane access-controlled expressway that serves as a vital transit link, connecting major national highways, the airport, and key growth centres in Hyderabad.

To ensure the upkeep of the greenery, the HMDA has initiated necessary steps to install a sprinkler system on the ORR main carriageway. This system will facilitate regular watering along the stretch as part of the authority's ongoing maintenance efforts.

By transitioning to these automated systems and advanced machinery, the HMDA aims to streamline its routine maintenance processes. The introduction of the sprinkler system and trimming machinery will help maintain the aesthetic and environmental benefits of the green cover while improving safety by minimizing the need for manual work on the active carriageway.