Rocks near Budvel in Hyderabad demolished for high-rise development
Rock formations near Budvel in Hyderabad are being demolished to make way for high-rise apartments and villas. This follows an auction in August 2023, where the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority sold 100 acres for development. The ancient rocks, estimated to be 2.5 billion years old, are being destroyed, raising concerns among conservationists. Experts note that Hyderabad has lost nearly 80% of its rock formations in the last 30 years, impacting the local ecosystem. Authorities argue that urban expansion is necessary for the growing population. They claim that only a small part of the site has rock formations and that they are working to balance development with environmental preservation.