Hyderabad: Mysterious Underground Tunnel Found Near Qutb Shahi Tombs

Karwan MLA Kausar Mohiuddin shared details of the reported discovery on X on Thursday. The tunnel was reportedly found in the vicinity of the historic Qutb Shahi tombs, raising curiosity among locals and heritage enthusiasts.

Update: 2026-08-21 04:48 GMT

Underground tunnel was discovered near the Qutb Shahi tombs. (Image: X)

Hyderabad: A new underground tunnel was reportedly discovered near the Qutb Shahi tombs at Golconda on Thursday evening.

Karwan MLA Kausar Mohiuddin shared details of the reported discovery on X on Thursday. The tunnel was found in the vicinity of the historic Qutb Shahi tombs, raising curiosity among locals and heritage enthusiasts.

Illegal Excavation at 400-Year-Old Qutb Shahi Graveyard in Golconda - Tunnel found

Alleged illegal excavation was carried out by Army officials at the historic 400-year-old Qutb Shahi graveyard and playground at 18 Seedi, Golconda, where a tunnel has now been discovered.

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Officials are expected to inspect the site and ascertain the origin, purpose and historical significance of the underground structure. Further details are awaited.