After decades of neglect, plans are finally in place to give Hyderabad's largest recreational facility, the Rani Bagh, a face lift in the form of comprehensive restoration and beautification works. The QMC administrator and varsity registrar signed off on the 10-year agreement, which may be extended. The Bagh, spread over 53 acres, was originally established as a botanical garden in 1861, with the 'Rani' in its name referring to Queen Victoria. As part of the agreement, the QMC, through the varsity and district administration, will coordinate the park's rehabilitation, upgradation, maintenance and smooth operation via specified measures. For its part, the university will assess existing design and planning shortcomings, propose short-term design solutions for the existing masterplan, and design the park's rehabilitation.

Source: The Express Tribune November 22, 2020 03:45 UTC