Midhani is not a neighbourhood most Hyderabad itineraries mention by name, but it is one the city’s industrial and defence manufacturing geography cannot do without. The Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited — MIDHANI — is a Central Government PSU established in 1973 under the Ministry of Defence, producing superalloys, titanium alloys, and special steels for India’s aerospace, defence, and nuclear programs. Its Kanchanbagh township in southern Hyderabad houses the factory and its associated residential and commercial infrastructure, and the TGSRTC bus depot and bus stop zone in this area bears the name of this defining institution.
The Midhani Depot is the TGSRTC operational facility serving southern Hyderabad’s Kanchanbagh-Falaknuma belt — where the oldest parts of the city’s Nizam-era built environment and the newer defence manufacturing township create an unusual urban juxtaposition. The first bus from Midhani Depot operates at 4:25 AM (Route 300) and the last at 11:41 PM (Route 300/90L), representing near-24-hour operations. Key routes converging at the Midhani Depot zone include Route 1DS from Secunderabad Bus Station (30 stops, 41 minutes), Route 102W from Koti Women’s College (15 stops, 16 minutes), Routes 203A and 203K, Route 300, and Routes 102, 102B, 103 among others. In December 2025, TGSRTC’s Hyderabad Connect initiative launched three new buses from the Midhani Depot specifically to connect 41 new colonies in the southern Hyderabad belt that previously lacked adequate public transport.
Midhani Bus Station Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Name | Midhani Bus Station / Midhani Bus Depot / Midhani Bus Stop |
| Location | Kanchanbagh, near MIDHANI Township, Southern Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Operated By | TGSRTC |
| Named After | Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI) — Defence PSU established 1973 |
| First Service | Route 300 at 4:25 AM |
| Last Service | Route 300/90L at 11:41 PM |
| Key Routes | 1DS (Secunderabad–Midhani, 30 stops), 102W (Koti–Midhani, 15 stops), 300, 203A, 203K, 102, 103 |
| Nearby Stop | BDL Bus Stop — 3 min walk; DRDO Township — adjacent |
| Nearest Metro Station | Falaknuma — Hyderabad Metro Green Line |
| Nearest Railway Station | Kacheguda — approx. 4–5 km; MMTS at Falaknuma |
| Distance from MGBS | Approx. 5–7 km |
| Distance from Secunderabad | Approx. 12–15 km (41 min via Route 1DS) |
| Recent Development | TGSRTC Hyderabad Connect — 3 new buses from Midhani Depot connecting 41 new colonies (Dec 2025) |
| Industrial Context | Adjacent to MIDHANI, BDL (Bharat Dynamics Limited), and DRDO Township |
Location
The Midhani Bus Depot and associated bus stop zone are in the Kanchanbagh area of southern Hyderabad — Pisala Banda being the specific locality noted in route maps as the depot terminus. The surrounding area carries the concentrated identity of India’s defence and aerospace manufacturing sector: MIDHANI’s alloy production plant, BDL (Bharat Dynamics Limited) manufacturing missiles and defence systems, and the DRDO Township housing defence research scientists all occupy the same southern Hyderabad belt, creating an industrial township character distinct from both the old city zones to the north and the IT corridors to the northwest.
Directions
From MGBS (Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station): Travel southward approximately 5 to 7 kilometres by TGSRTC bus, 20 to 30 minutes.
From Secunderabad Bus Station: Route 1DS directly connects Secunderabad to Midhani Bus Depot in approximately 41 minutes across 30 stops — the most convenient public transport connection from northern Hyderabad.
From Falaknuma Metro Station: The Hyderabad Metro Green Line serves the Falaknuma zone closest to the Midhani area, with an auto-rickshaw or TGSRTC bus covering the remaining distance.
From Koti Women’s College: Route 102W connects Koti directly to Midhani Bus Depot in approximately 16 minutes across 15 stops — a short, frequently used route.
Connectivity
Hyderabad Metro’s Green Line at Falaknuma and the broader metro network provide metro access for the southern Hyderabad belt. MMTS suburban rail at Falaknuma offers suburban train connectivity. Kacheguda Railway Station — an NSG-2 category station — is approximately 4 to 5 kilometres northward, serving the broader Hyderabad city rail network for intercity travel. TGSRTC’s December 2025 Hyderabad Connect expansion specifically targeted the Midhani depot zone to extend bus connectivity into 41 previously underserved colonies in the southern Hyderabad belt.
Nearby Areas
MIDHANI Factory: The defence PSU manufacturing superalloys and titanium components for India’s fighter jets, missiles, and nuclear programs is directly adjacent and defines the zone’s industrial identity. Falaknuma Palace: The magnificent palace of the Nizam of Hyderabad — perched on a hill commanding panoramic views of the city and now operated as a Taj Hotel — is approximately 3 to 4 kilometres from the Midhani zone and represents southern Hyderabad’s extraordinary Nizami heritage. Charminar: The iconic 1591 AD monument is approximately 7 to 8 kilometres northward through the old city’s dense heritage fabric, accessible via TGSRTC routes from the Midhani stop zone.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Where is Midhani Bus Station in Hyderabad?
A: Kanchanbagh-Pisala Banda area, southern Hyderabad — adjacent to the MIDHANI defence PSU township, approximately 5 to 7 km from MGBS.
Q2. What is the first and last bus at Midhani Depot?
A: First bus: Route 300 at 4:25 AM. Last bus: Route 300/90L at 11:41 PM.
Q3. Which route connects Secunderabad to Midhani directly?
A: Route 1DS — covering 30 stops from Secunderabad Bus Station to Pisala Banda (Midhani) in approximately 41 minutes.
Q4. What does MIDHANI stand for?
A: Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited — a Ministry of Defence PSU established 1973, producing superalloys and titanium for India’s aerospace and defence sector.
Q5. What new service was launched from Midhani Depot in December 2025?
A: TGSRTC’s Hyderabad Connect initiative added 3 new buses from Midhani Depot connecting 41 previously unserved colonies in the southern Hyderabad region.