The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation's standing committee approved budget proposals totaling ₹11,460 crore for 2026-27. New merged areas are allocated ₹2,260 crore. Revenue projections show a modest increase, with significant jumps in assigned revenues from other departments. State government grants are up, while central government grants are reduced. Major allocations include ₹1,340 crore for H-CITI road projects and ₹1,050 crore for related infrastructure. Debt servicing and housing budgets see reductions. The proposals now move to the council and state government for final approval.