Hyundai Manufacturing in Hyderabad? CM Revanth Reddy Makes Big Pitch
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy invites Hyundai to set up car manufacturing in Hyderabad, highlighting the city's infrastructure and livability.
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy is eyeing a massive industrial boost for the state, actively pitching Hyderabad as the perfect destination for Hyundai car manufacturing. In a high-profile meeting at the Bodhi Pavilion, the Chief Minister engaged with a delegation from Hyundai Motors India Engineering (HMIE) to discuss the potential for expanding the automotive giant's footprint in the region.
The Pitch: Why Hyderabad?
During the discussions with HMIE Managing Director Changyeon Cho and his team, CM Revanth Reddy highlighted several strategic advantages that make Hyderabad a prime choice for car manufacturing. He emphasized that the city is centrally located within India and stands out among the six major Indian metropolises for being the safest, most cosmopolitan, and offering the highest quality of living.
Beyond the city's livability, the Chief Minister pointed toward the state's robust infrastructure, including:
- Dedicated mobility clusters designed for the automotive sector.
- A strong network of road, air, and rail transport.
- Ambitious future plans to establish high-speed connectivity with major ports.
- Strategic spatial frameworks like the Peri-Urban Region (PURE) aimed at accelerating manufacturing growth.
The Mega R&D Project in Zaheerabad
While the pitch for manufacturing is a forward-looking goal, a massive project is already in motion. The Chief Minister assured the Hyundai leadership of full government support to expedite the Hyundai Motor India Engineering (HMIE) Integrated Global R&D facility at the National Investment and Manufacturing Zones (NIMZ) in Zaheerabad.
This project is a heavyweight investment with significant implications for the local economy:
- Investment: A staggering Rs 8,528 crore.
- Employment: A commitment to create 4,276 jobs.
- Scale: The facility will be developed in phases across 678 acres.
The HMIE team informed the Chief Minister that progress is on track, and the facility is expected to be ready for its groundbreaking ceremony within the next few months.
A Long-Standing Partnership
Hyundai's relationship with Hyderabad is not new; the company has maintained a presence in the city for 20 years. Its existing facility in Hitec City has served as a critical R&D hub for advanced vehicle engineering. The upcoming Zaheerabad R&D and mega test centre is designed to elevate these capabilities, focusing on the testing, validation, and improvement of engineering processes.
The current momentum follows efforts made during the World Economic Forum 2024, where the CM's delegation met Hyundai officials. This led to the Telangana cabinet sub-committee on industrial and investment promotion approving the R&D proposal in June 2025.
Vision for the Future: Bharat Future City
CM Revanth Reddy also shared his vision for the "Bharat Future City," a world-class satellite city intended to drive the state's next wave of growth. As part of this vision, he extended a formal invitation to the Hyundai leadership to attend the Invest Telangana Global Summit 2026.
Responding to the pitch, HMIE MD Changyeon Cho stated that Hyundai's goal to strengthen Hyderabad as a global hub for tech and advanced engineering aligns perfectly with the "Telangana Rising 2047" vision. He expressed commitment to continuing the state's growth story.
The meeting was also attended by K Ramakrishna Rao (Advisor and Ex-Officio Special Chief Secretary to the CM), Sangareddy Collector Prateek Jain, and other senior government officials.