Hyderabad is preparing to unveil the largest tunnel-style aquarium in India, offering a truly immersive marine experience. Spread across 4,000 square metres, the aquarium will GIVE the feeling of walking under the ocean, with sharks, coral fish, and other marine creatures swimming overhead.
While the city already has aquariums, this upcoming project will be the most advanced and expansive to date. Located in Nehru Zoological Park, the project will cost Rs 50 crore and will be built under a public-private partnership.
Once approved by the Central Zoo Authority, construction will begin, and the aquarium is expected to open to the public by 2026.
GLOBAL EXPERTISE, INDIAN INNOVATION
This state-of-the-art facility will be developed with help from marine specialists from Singapore and Australia, along with Indian engineers and designers. It will feature climate-controlled systems, sustainable design, and immersive technology.
The design draws inspiration from other renowned Indian marine attractions like Ahmedabad’s Science City and Kerala’s Marine World.
EDUCATION MEETS CONSERVATION
More than just an attraction, the aquarium is described as a ‘living classroom.’ It will include thematic zones representing rivers, lakes, coral reefs, and deep-sea biomes.
Visitors can enjoy digital guides, augmented reality experiences, and curated educational tours. Marine life from across the globe, including Amazonian arowanas, African cichlids, and rare deep-sea species, will be showcased.
WHY HYDERABAD?
Hyderabad is rapidly rising as a tech and innovation hub. With growing sectors in biotech, pharma, and startups, the city offers modern infrastructure, affordable living, quality education, and a cosmopolitan lifestyle.
This aquarium adds to the city’s image as a forward-thinking, family-friendly urban centre blending heritage with futuristic development.
