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New Indian Express
a day ago
- Automotive
- New Indian Express
Nampally to get world-class, fully automated, multi-level parking
HYDERABAD: Hyderabad Metro Rail Ltd (HMRL) is giving final touches to a state-of-the-art automated multi-level parking facility at Nampally, aimed at easing the city's parking woes. HMRL Managing Director NVS Reddy, after inspecting the site on Sunday, announced that the project will open to the public soon after receiving final approvals from various government departments. Constructed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP), the project employs Germany's advanced Palis technology for a fully automated puzzle parking system — the first of its kind in India and among the most advanced globally. The complex covers 2,000 square yards of HMRL land and was developed at a cost of Rs 102 crore. It consists of 15 floors, including three basements and seven levels designated for parking. To ensure its viability, the complex features five commercial floors. Among its amenities are two cinema theatres and a viewing gallery on the 11th floor that offers city views. The parking system is designed to accommodate 250 cars and 200 two-wheelers. Operating entirely via sensors and without pallets or human intervention, the system automatically categorises SUVs, sedans, and small cars and parks them on designated floors. How does it work? Upon arrival, users receive an entry ticket with a QR code or smart card that directs them to the terminal. After placing the car on the turntable, applying the handbrake, and turning off the engine, users swipe the card to initiate the parking process. The system scans, classifies, and parks the vehicle automatically. To retrieve the vehicle, users pay the fee, swipe the card, and the system returns the car from the parking platform.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Hyderabad Metro's ₹120 crore multi-level automated parking facility getting ready in Nampally
Hyderabad Metro Rail Ltd (HMR) is giving final touches to the ₹120 crore fully automated multi-level parking system—one of its kind globally— under construction in the heart of Hyderabad at Nampally. Managing Director N.V.S. Reddy informed on Sunday that the facility will be made available to the public soon after receiving final approvals from various government departments. The MD, who inspected the site, explained that the facility is being built under HMR's supervision through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model by the firm 'Novum'. The project is using Germany's advanced 'Palis' technology for a fully automated puzzle parking system. It is the first of its kind in India and ranks among the most advanced parking complexes globally. Constructed on 2,000 square yards of HMR land under a 50-year concession, the project has been developed with private investment by entrepreneurs Harikishan Reddy and Bhavana Reddy. The complex comprises 15 floors, including three basements and seven upper floors, making up 10 dedicated parking levels. In addition, five floors have been allocated for commercial activities to make this project commercially viable. The complex also houses two well-equipped cinema theaters and a city-viewing gallery on the 11th floor. It can accommodate 250 cars and 200 two-wheelers, he said. The automated puzzle parking system operates entirely via sensors with zero human intervention. It automatically categorizes vehicles—SUVs, sedans, and small cars—and parks them on designated floors. Unlike mechanical parking systems in Delhi and Mumbai, this system works without pallets, making parking smoother and more efficient. The entry and exit terminals are spacious and smart, with flat turn-tables that cater to the needs of elderly individuals, women, and differently-abled users, said Mr. Reddy. Vehicles can be left on the turntable at any angle, and the turntable rotates 360 degrees to position them correctly. The user experience is designed to be seamless and innovative. Upon arrival, users receive an entry ticket with a QR code (smart card) that guides them to the terminal. Swiping the card at the terminal gate opens the gate. The user then keeps the car on the turntable, applies the handbrake, turns off the engine, and exits. Swiping the card outside initiates the parking process. The system scans the vehicle, classifies it, and parks it on it's own accordingly. To retrieve the vehicle, the user pays the fee at the counter, swipes the card at the I/O terminal, and the vehicle returns to the user from the parking platform.
New Indian Express
04-08-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Metro corridor work picks up pace between MGBS, Chandrayangutta; property impact minimised
HYDERABAD: The road widening works for the proposed Metro rail corridor between MGBS and Chandrayangutta have gained momentum. Hyderabad Metro Rail Ltd. managing director NVS Reddy stated that the alignment has been carefully designed to be optimal while minimising the number of affected properties. He mentioned that daily review meetings are being conducted with engineering and revenue officials to monitor progress. 'Initially, we have estimated that around 1,100 properties would be impacted. However, through engineering redesign and realignment, we have brought that number down to about 900,' he explained. So far, awards have been issued for 412 properties and demolition work has been completed for 380 properties. Compensation amount totalling Rs 360 crore has already been disbursed to the affected property owners. Reddy said that they had faced many challenges during the land acquisition and demolition process. 'In this dense urban area, houses are closely packed, and many overhead electricity cables and utility lines pose additional complexity. We are proceeding cautiously to avoid disruptions and are carrying out works mainly at night to minimise inconvenience to the public,' he added. A detailed action plan has been prepared to acquire the remaining properties and complete demolitions quickly.
