South-Central India
Telangana
Telangana is one of India's fastest-growing states, known for Hyderabad's IT industry, rich Deccan heritage, historic forts, vibrant culture, and strong pharmaceutical and technology sectors. Hyderabad is the capital and a major global tech hub.
39M
People
112,077 km²
Area
33
Districts
17
LS Seats
Formed: 2 Jun 2014
Capital: Hyderabad
Languages: Telugu & Urdu
Basic Information
State Name: Telangana
Capital: Hyderabad
Formation Year: 2 June 2014
Official Languages: Telugu & Urdu
Geography & Climate
Area: 112,077 sq km
Major Rivers: Godavari & Krishna
Region: Deccan Plateau
Climate: Semi-arid tropical climate
Political Parties
Indian National Congress (INC)
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS)
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM)
Administration
Chief Minister: A. Revanth Reddy
Governor: Jishnu Dev Varma
Legislative Assembly: 119 Seats
Demographics
Population: ~39 million
Literacy: ~72.8%
Major Cities: Hyderabad, Warangal & Karimnagar
Urbanization: Rapidly growing urban economy
Economy
Main Sectors: IT, Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
Technology Hub: HITEC City, Hyderabad
Main Crops: Rice, cotton & maize
State Symbols
Animal: Spotted Deer
Bird: Indian Roller
Tree: Jammi Tree
Flower: Tangedu Flower
Foods
Popular Foods: Hyderabadi Biryani & Haleem
Traditional Dishes: Sarva Pindi & Sakinalu
Sweets: Double Ka Meetha & Qubani Ka Meetha
Tourism & Heritage
Historic Sites: Charminar & Golconda Fort
Religious Sites: Yadadri Temple & Mecca Masjid
Lakes: Hussain Sagar & Osman Sagar
Eco Tourism: Waterfalls & forest reserves
Transportation
Major Airport: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Metro: Hyderabad Metro Rail
Railways: South Central Railway network
Culture
Festivals: Bathukamma & Bonalu
Arts: Perini dance & folk traditions
Heritage: Nizam culture & Deccan architecture
Education
Major Institutes: IIT Hyderabad & University of Hyderabad
Research: Pharma & technology research hubs
Innovation: Strong startup ecosystem
Interesting Facts
Telangana became India's 29th state in 2014.
Hyderabad is one of India's largest IT and startup hubs.
Charminar is among India's most iconic monuments.
Telangana is globally famous for Hyderabadi Biryani.