Iconic State Central Library in Telangana Hyderabad set for facelift

G GOWTHAM
The State Central Library in Afzalgunj, a popular location for students studying for numerous competitive examinations and a refuge for bookworms, is undergoing a significant refurbishment that will bring back the building's rich and original beauty. On the orders of Municipal Administration & Urban Development minister KT Rama Rao, the hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) has begun the restoration and conservation work of the heritage edifice at an estimated cost of Rs 13.45 crores.
The scaffolding, lime preparation, and roof surdata-face chipping are all ongoing, according to hmda engineers. Prior to starting the project, the hmda hired a consultant to do a thorough analysis of the heritage building and provide a report. Instead of utilising cement, work is being done to preserve the building's original structure using lime mixed with sand, jaggery and other raw ingredients. Along with fixing the building's patches and cracks, repairs are also being made to the manholes, sanitation lines and other infrastructure. Additionally, landscaping and gardening work would be done at a cost of Rs 5 crores.

The State Central Library, which was founded by Moulvi Syed Hussain Bilgrami in 1891, served as this scholar's personal library. Asafia State Library was its previous name, named for the Asaf Jah dynasty. On 2.97 acres of land, the current library building was built for Rs 5 lakh during the Nizam era. The Nizam Mir Osman ali Khan laid the cornerstone in 1932. In 1936, once construction was finished, the Asafia Library was moved inside the current structure. The structure's architecture is reminiscent of the former king's palace with its grand front, expansive hallways, and lofty ceilings.


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