Hyderabad is the capital city of Telangana, India, located along the banks of the Musi River. It has a population of over 6.8 million people and is one of the largest and fastest growing cities in India. Hyderabad has a long history dating back to 1591 and was once the capital of the princely state of Hyderabad. Today it is a major technology hub known as HITEC City and is home to many public institutions and private companies. The city faces challenges around infrastructure and resources as it continues growing rapidly into the future.