Hyderabad, June 23 -- An updated satellite image on Google Maps has drawn public attention to the scale of environmental degradation of Kancha Gachibowli land, a once-thriving green stretch on the outskirts of Hyderabad.

A comparison between Google Earth's satellite imagery from November 2024 and April 2025 depicts a sharp contrast: dense canopy replaced by construction grids and dusty clearings.

400-acre Kancha Gachibowli land controversy

The controversy over the 400-acre Kancha Gachibowli land began escalating after the Telangana government announced plans to auction the land for industrial and infrastructure development. The area, located near the University of Hyderabad (UoH), is known for its ecological importance, including uniqu...