DEVELOPMENT OF MEGA TOURISM PROJECTS AT FOUR

LOCATIONS IN TELANGANA, INDIA

JULY 2021
TELANGANA STATE TOURISM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION LTD (TSTDC)
BACKGROUND
Overview of Telangana State
• Telangana State, the 29th state in Union of India, has glorious history of ~2500 years

• State holds wealthy tapestry of architecture, monuments, fortresses, heritage

buildings, museums etc.

• Telangana arts, crafts and handlooms are world-renowned and bespeak of archaic
traditions and rich culture.

• State is a treasure trove of naturally endowed waterfront destinations that provide

ample scope for promoting leisure and eco-tourism.

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Project Background
• Kaleshwaram Irrigation Project, the world’s largest multi – stage lift
irrigation scheme dedicated to the nation by the Hon’ble Chief
Minister, Government of Telangana in June, 2019 is a global
engineering marvel

• Project has established several records in the annals of irrigation

sector in the country.

• Water from river Godavari at Kaleshwaram is lifted from 92 m ht for

supply of water to farmlands, taking to 618 m ht.

• Project provides water for drinking and irrigation purpose to ~45

lakh acres in 20 of the 33 districts in Telangana

• Mid Manair, Upper Manair, Ranganayaka Sagar and Annapurna

are the link reservoirs of the prestigious Kaleshwaram Project,
offering picturesque views of natural blue waters blended with lush
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Project Background
Government of Telangana envisages for Vision of the Project is to establish
development of entire cluster (Mid Manair, Upper
Waterfront Cluster as a “Idyllic World
Manair, Ranganayak Sagar and Annapurna
Class Weekend Mega Destinations”
Reservoir) as a Leisure/ Entertainment Tourist Hub by
offering blend of leisure &
integrating these mesmerizing waterfronts thus
providing thrilling and unforgettable experience to
entertainment avenue to the tourists
the tourists
Key objectives
• improve overall experience by
Telangana State Tourism Development Corporation
creating diverse activities
Ltd (TSTDC), a State Government entity, responsible • increase footfalls, visitor retention &
for overall development of tourism in the State, spending by enhancing visitor
invites experienced “MASTER PLANNING, engagement activities
ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS” for • tap untapped yet potential
preparation of “Master Plans and Infrastructure attributes of the destinations
Designs” for the proposed Greenfield Tourist • achieve a holistic and sustainable
Destinations at Telangana, India. cluster development 5
Project Background

Mid Manair, Upper Manair, Ranganayaka Sagar and Annapurna are the link reservoirs of the
prestigious Kaleshwaram Project, located amidst vivid kaleidoscope of stunning landscapes,
mesmerizing hillocks, fertile lands, scenic backwaters and rustic villages– truly visitors paradise

The cluster of these reservoirs is well connected to Hyderabad International Airport (100 to 140 km
distance) and will be a perfect weekend destination not only for the people of Hyderabad but
also for the leisure and entertainment seekers from across the country to spend their leisure time
with nature

Mid Manair Ranganayak Sagar Reservoir Upper Manair 6

Annapurna Reservoir
LOCATION MAP
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RESERVOIR (ISLAND)

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• Proposed tourism cluster is located in Karimnagar, Sircilla

and Siddipet districts of Central Telangana state
• About 100–140 km from Hyderabad - well connected by
Highways.
• Vemulawada and Yadadri, most prominent pilgrimage

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Cluster is ~150 km from Rajiv Gandhi

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~150 km from the cluster

• Already tourist destinations attracting
LEGEND
Siddipet District
Rajanna Siricilla
good number of tourists
• Year round availability of water makes
Dubbak
– Siddip
it vantage points to unwind & relish
scenic surroundings. 8
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MID MANAIR
Mid Manair
• Manair river stretches in three prominent districts N
of Telangana - Karimnagar, Sircilla and
Kamareddy

• Located in Karimnagar district, about 10 km off

the Karimnagar-Sircilla Road (SH 11)

• Backwaters, natural hillocks and scenic beauty

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a Weekend Leisure/ Entertainment Tourist Hub

• Vemulawada temple can be logistically

connected by waterways thus providing thrilling
and unforgettable experience to the tourists

• Well connected to Hyderabad (~140 km) – a perfect weekend destination

Project Area

ENTRY POINT TO SIRCILLA

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PROPOSED SITE FOR LANDMARK TOURISM

DEVELOPEMENT

MID MANAIR DAM & BUND

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ENTRY POINT TO SIRCILLA

Project Site
CONNECTIVITY BETWEEN PROPOSED SITES
Project Site
CONNECTIVITY BETWEEN PROPOSED SITES

A-D DISTANCE
VIA ROAD - 15.0 KM

A-C DISTANCE ENTRY POINT TO SIRCILLA

VIA ROAD- 7.0 KM D
A-D DISTANCE
VIA WATER- 9.0 KM
B-D DISTANCE
VIA ROAD- 11.0 KM

A
A-C DISTANCE
VIA BUND- 3.6KM

MID MANAIR DAM & BUND

B
A-C DISTANCE
VIA WATER- 3.6KM

A-D DISTANCE
C VIA WATER- 12.0 KM

ENTRY POINT TO SIRCILLA

 Aerial View of Site-A
Site A-1: On the
Hillocks of
Ramappa Gutta
& Tettakunta
(~160 Ac)

Site A-2: At foot

of the hillock
abutting
Karakatta (~33
Ac)

Site A-3: Along

Karakatta (Bund
of the reservoir)
on the other
side of the
tunnel (~30 Ac)
 Aerial View of Site-A
• Currently, only access to
Site A-1 and Site A-2 is from
Sircilla Junction via the
bund, which is about 3.6
km from State Highway
• Other approach is a
rugged terrain (Kutcha
Road) to the top of
Tettakunta Hillock
(Overhead Tank) from
Sircilla Road (4 km from SH-
11)

• A new road is proposed

from SH-11 (Karimnagar-
Sircilla Road) to the bottom
of the hillock, which will be
~2.5 km from SH
Flood Levels at Site A-1

Location has potential to offer

attractive and unique tourism
products
 Flood Levels at Site A-1

Developments at
Site A-1 and Site
A-2 will have to be
proposed
considering the
levels of Flood
Aerial View of Site-B

… near Mid
Manair Dam
(~ 20 Ac)
Aerial View of Site-C & Site-D
… Nr. Shabashpalli
Bridge (towards
Vemulawada)
… At Sircilla-
Manair Bridge
within Sircilla
Town
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… these soul inspiring canyons, river bays are more than
just pretty backdrops Site Snapshots…
View of small hillocks decked in all hues of green look as if they are
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surging from clear blue waters Site Snapshots…
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Site Snapshots…
Nodding palms, gin-clear sky and balmy breezes – all conspire to create the welcome cliché
ANNAPURNA
RESERVOIR
Proposed Sites for development

PATNAMGUTTA

NARSIMHAGUTTA

ISLAND

Site offers scenic view of the reservoir and the surrounding landscapes
LOCATION MAP
 Overview of Annapurna Reservoir
• Annapurna Reservoir is one of the
link reservoirs of Kaleshwaram
irrigation project located at the
borders of Sircilla and Siddipet
districts, Telangana State.

• USP of this water body is a beautiful

island in the middle of the water
body with two huge hillocks N

(Patnamgutta and
Narasimhagutta) on either side –
truly a visitors paradise

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• Project is located at a distance of
~30 km from Siricilla and Siddipet,
~44 Km from Karimnagar and ~ 125
km from Hyderabad
Site Snapshots…
A picturesque getaway comprising of huge reservoir amidst mesmerizing hillocks, beautiful islands & scenic
landscapes…
Site Snapshots…
Proposed Sites for development
SITE 1: NR POCHMMA TEMPLE
SITE 2: PATNAMGUTTA
SITE 3: NARSIMHAGUTTA
SITE 4: ISLAND

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 RANGANAYAK
SAGAR RESERVOIR
Project Background
• Ranganayaka Sagar Reservoir is one of the link reservoirs of Kaleshwaram irrigation
project situated near Siddipet town, Telangana State.
• Reservoir is spread in an extent of 250 acres with a capacity of 3 TMC of water
• Beauty of the reservoir is a hillock of ~55 acres in the middle of the water body -
transformed into a perfect island
• Year round availability of water in the reservoir makes it a vantage point to unwind
and relish water sports and various other activities

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Prominent Attractions..
• Well connected to Hyderabad • YADADRI TEMPLE – Shrine of
Lord Narasimha, an
(11/2 hr drive), a perfect weekend incarnation of Lord Vishnu
destination – Potential Weekend • 1400 acres temple complex
Tourists at the hill top
• On an average ~ 10,000
• Ranganayaka Sagar is located at Visitors per day which is now
a distance of 9 Kms from Siddipet expected to increase to
30,000 with new
and ~ 85 km from Hyderabad ORR developments.
(Shamirpet Jn.)
• Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Airport is ~155
Kms from the site
• New Railway Station is coming up
• VEMULAWADA TEMPLE –
at Siddipet very soon temple of Rajarajeshwara
Swamy, an incarnation of Lord
• Vemulawada and Yadadri*, the Shiva
most prominent pilgrimage • Witnesses ~30,000 to 50,000
Centres of Telangana, are devotees per day on normal
days, and ~ 2 lakh devotees
located within 100 km from the
on weekends and holidays
proposed site
Site Location

Ranganayak Sagar
Reservoir

Proposed Site
(island of ~55 Ac)
Ranganayak Sagar Reservoir

SIDDIPET

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Site Elevation

Site has an undulating

terrain with elevation
from 15 m to 45 m
Deepest level at +470m
Highest level at +520m

LEGEND
BUND Area Level
+520M Level
+500M Level
+490M Level
+475M Approach
Road

Indicative Site Sectional

Elevation
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Approach to Site

Views
SITE

Proposed Site (Island) can

be accessed by 40 ft width
approach road which is
~4.0 km from NH 365B
(Sircilla Siddipet Road)
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Offers mesmerizing views of the reservoir & surrounding lush landscapes from Proposed site (island)
Site Snapshots …

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UPPER MANAIR
RESERVOIR
Overview of Upper Manair Reservoir
• Upper Manair Dam is built over Manair River in
Rajanna Sircilla district, Telangana
• Project site is well connected by Manair
Project road
• Project is N
located at a
distance of
~40 km from
Siricilla town,
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~ 140 km from
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Existing Features – Upper Manair

Two (2) Sites have been identified in the

proximity to the reservoir for the development
of tourism infrastructure
• Site A: Located adjacent to the canal
providing excellent views of the reservoir
and the surrounding landscape. An old
guest house exists within the project Site
• Site B: ~ 4 acres of land is available for
development. A large Banyan tree exists
within the project site, which can be
integrated as part of the development.
Both the sites are ~1.5 km apart and are
connected by Manair Project road
Existing Features – Upper Manair Reservoir
SITE A
• Proposed site is accessed by
Manair Project Road
• A small canal runs along the site
boundary and a small bridge
has been built across the canal
which needs to be beautified
• Major portion of the site is a flat
covered with sparse vegetation
• Guest house situated at the
centre of the site is in poor
condition & needs improvement
• Site provides scenic view of the
reservoir, adjacent canal and
the surroundings ► Concern over exact HFL boundary limits
► Surveyor to indicate the area available
Small Bridge across the canal that
runs along the boundary of the Views from the Site A (Manair Guest House)
Guest House Complex

Guest House

Vegetation growth in the existing land parcel

View from the pointed location towards the View from the pointed location towards View of the Guest house from the existing
reservoir, showing the bund the reservoir approach road
Existing Features – Upper Manair Reservoir

SITE B
• Proposed site is ~4 acres and is
accessed by Manair Project
Road
• Upper Manair Right Canal runs
adjacent to the site offering
scenic view
• Major portion of the site is a flat
covered with sparse vegetation
• A large banyan tree is situated
within the site and needs to be
integrated as part of the
development
 Views from the Site B (NR. BANYAN TREE)
View of the Big Banyan Tree and the area
around it proposed for development

View of the bund that runs along the Upper

Manair Reservoir

View of the Upper Manair Reservoir from the View of the Canal which meets the Upper Manair
elevated rocky region
Reservoir
 Views from the Site B (NR. BANYAN TREE)
View of Banyan Tree & area
Proposed for development

View of bund running along View of the Upper Manair Reservoir View of the Canal which meets
Upper Manair Reservoir from the elevated rocky region the Upper Manair Reservoir
VIEWS OF PROJECT SITE (A & B)

State Government proposes for Integrated

development & Beautification of Waterfront at Upper
Manair Dam Reservoir by tapping the picturesque
view of natural blue waters blended with scenic
surroundings, vast green pastures
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INVITATION FOR POTENTIAL BIDDERS
Invitation for Proposals from Prospective Bidders
▪ TSTDC, Government of Telangana invites experienced “MASTER PLANNING, ARCHITECTURAL &
ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS” for preparation of “Master Plans and Infrastructure Designs” for the
proposed Greenfield Tourist Destinations at Telangana, India .

▪ Interested applicants shall submit EOI cum RFQ application comprising of following documents:
o Letter of Application (Appendix 1 of EOI cum RFQ document)
o General Information (Appendix 2 of EOI cum RFQ document)
o Details of consultancy experience as specified in Section 4 (Appendix 3 of EOI cum RFQ
document)
o Details of Annual Turnover as specified in Section 4 (Appendix 4 of EOI cum RFQ document)
o Any other relevant credentials.
o Brief Presentation on similar Project experience
▪ For more Project details, you may contact:
Mr. Shankar Reddy, Executive Director (Projects), TSTDC
Email: edprojects@tstdc.in ; Mobile:+91 99660 00393)
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Thank You !