The Auto Nagar Colony scheme will provide economically weaker section housing across four locations near Hyderabad.
The Telangana government has approved the Auto Nagar Colony scheme to provide 2,000 Economically Weaker Section (EWS) flats exclusively for auto-rickshaw workers in and around Hyderabad. According to reports from The Hindu and Deccan Chronicle, a government order was issued on Friday, November 13, 2026, to implement the project.
The housing will be distributed across four locations, with 500 flats each at Bandlaguda (LIG Colony) in Nagole, Gandamguda, Petbasheerabad, and Jalpally or Laxmiguda. The Telangana Housing Board has been authorised to develop these societies.
State Revenue and Housing Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy said the project would be implemented through the Housing Board at an estimated cost of Rs 220 crore. He stated that the government aims to ensure housing security for every eligible poor family in the state.
The Housing Board will follow the guidelines used for the Indiramma Indlu–Towers scheme, including rules for beneficiary eligibility, financial assistance, reservations, and allotment procedures. However, the Auto Nagar Colony flats are reserved specifically for auto-rickshaw workers.
Sathi Reddy, a member of the Joint Action Committee (JAC), said the drivers' unions were thankful to the Chief Minister and the transport minister for their support. The Housing Board must now verify land availability, site suitability, and technical feasibility before submitting detailed project reports and financial proposals.
