In a major relief for IT employees, the Government of Telangana is planning to introduce pod taxis in Hyderabad’s IT corridor to solve last-mile connectivity issues. The project will be implemented by Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited under a Public Private Partnership (PPP) model.

What Is the Pod Taxi Project?

The proposed system is called Personal Rapid Transit (PRT):

Fully automated, driverless pods
Runs on elevated, dedicated tracks (not on roads)
Battery/electric-powered (zero direct pollution)
Designed to reduce traffic congestion in IT hubs

The selected consultant must submit a feasibility report within 120 days.

Phase 1 Routes Identified

In the first phase, pod taxis are planned in high-traffic IT areas such as:

Rayadurgam – Kukatpally route
Financial District
Knowledge City
Hi-Tech City Metro Station
New Secretariat

These routes cover Hyderabad’s busiest tech and business zones.

Key Features of Pod Taxis

Seating Capacity: 6–8 passengers per pod
Speed: Up to 40 km/h
Capacity: Around 10,000 passengers per hour
App-based booking system integrated with Metro travel
Pod ready upon arrival at station

The system aims to ensure seamless metro-to-office connectivity.

Why This Matters for IT Employees

Hyderabad’s IT corridor faces heavy traffic congestion, especially during peak hours. By integrating pod taxis with metro stations:

Travel time is expected to reduce
Traffic bottlenecks may ease
Last-mile connectivity problem gets a structured solution

Key Entities

Government of Telangana – Announced initiative
Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited – Implementing agency
Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) – Automated pod-based transit system

Final Verdict

If implemented as planned, Hyderabad’s pod taxi project could become a transformative mobility solution for IT employees. By addressing last-mile connectivity through an automated, eco-friendly system, the initiative promises long-term relief from traffic congestion in the city’s IT corridor.