In 2025, Telangana’s Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) grew from 650 sq km to 2,053 sq km. This happened after 27 surrounding urban local bodies merged into GHMC. The expansion was made possible by new state laws passed in late 2025. GHMC now has 12 zones, 60 circles, and 300 wards, doubled from earlier numbers. The GHMC council’s current term ends by February 11, 2026. New elections will be held for all 300 wards. Officials suggest GHMC may split into three corporations: Hyderabad, Cyberabad, and Malkajgiri. Hyderabad will be the largest with 150 wards, covering the city’s core and airport areas. Cyberabad covers the western IT-driven localities like Kukatpally and Raidurgam, attracting global investments. Malkajgiri includes the eastern parts, home mostly to middle- and lower-income groups, and faces development challenges such as poor infrastructure and a large garbage dump. Critics say splitting GHMC may harm balanced city growth and worsen service gaps. Politically, AIMIM could dominate Hyderabad corporation, while Congress may gain from changes in voter base. There are concerns that the split could serve political goals and affect the city’s future growth. Experts warn Telangana to avoid mistakes like Delhi’s multiple corporation split in 2012, which caused financial and operational problems. The government should focus on fixing issues like corruption, planning, and public transport instead of reorganising the city authorities.