Hyderabad has emerged as the best-performing city among India’s six major metropolitan cities in the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026. It outperformed Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai and Kolkata. The city secured 19th position among urban centres with a population of over 10 lakh. It scored 174.2 out of 200 points in the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) assessment.
Hyderabad Leads Major Metros in Air Quality Performance
Hyderabad ranked first among the six major metros for air quality performance in Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026. Environmental assessments highlighted comparatively lower levels of particulate matter, benzene and sulphur oxides. These findings reflect the city’s efforts to improve air quality.
₹130 Crore Allocated for Electric Buses and EV Charging Stations
The Telangana government has allocated funds for cleaner transportation infrastructure. These investments will further support Hyderabad’s air quality initiatives.
- The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) received ₹100 crore under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) to purchase electric buses.
- The Telangana Renewable Energy Development Corporation (TGREDCO) received an additional ₹30 crore to establish electric vehicle charging stations.
These initiatives aim to improve air quality, promote cleaner transport and strengthen Hyderabad’s environmental sustainability.
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