Mir Alam laid the foundation for the tank on 20 July 1804 and it was completed in about two years on 8 June 1806.

[2] This reservoir with its 21 semi circular masonry dams were once the primary source of drinking water for Hyderabad.

[3] Nehru Zoological Park lies adjacent to the tank and Telangana Tourism operates boats on the lake, for which one has to enter through the zoo.

[2] The polluted waters of Mir Alam tank is reportedly harming the animals located in the adjacent zoo.

The nearest Hyderabad Multi-Modal Transport System station is situated at Dabirpura[2] The park is being constructed with various attractions using Deccani theme, traditional arts, 3D paintings etc.