Drainage leak causes inconvenience for pedestrians in SR Nagar, Hyderabad
Hyderabad: A drainage leak near Vijetha Supermarket in SR Nagar, Hyderabad has been causing significant inconvenience to pedestrians in the area. The issue, which has been persisting for the past two to three days, has led to wastewater gushing onto the road, making it difficult for people to navigate through that area.
While speaking with the Hyderabad Mail, Krishna Chaitanya, a local resident, expressed his frustration over the situation. “The drainage leak has made it extremely difficult for pedestrians to walk through the area,” he said, adding that the problem might originate from a nearby building.
Krishna Chaitanya took to ‘X,’ previously known as Twitter, to bring attention to the matter by tagging the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB). In response, HMWSSB official V. Harshini assured that the issue would be promptly addressed.
@HMWSSBOnline Need ur attention immediately 🙏
Drainage is leaking right beside Vijetha Supermarket nr to SR Nagar Community Hall, SR Nagar.@hmwssbmgrsrngr @Hmwssbdgmsomgud @vinay_vangala @Ilovehyderabad @UNTGAPS @Praja_Snklpm @NeelimaEaty @adwantr @ActivistTeja @HydWatch pic.twitter.com/TYLXuI0qy9
— Krishna Chaitanya 🌳♻️ (@krishna_avs) August 2, 2024
The local authorities are now expected to take immediate action to address the drainage leak and prevent further inconvenience to the public.
Hyderabad Water Board officials have recently warned that strict action will be taken if manholes in the city’s roads and other areas are opened. These instructions are especially crucial during the rainy season to prevent any untoward incidents.
It is pertinent to note that it is an offense under HMWSSB ACT – 1989, Section 74, for any citizen or unauthorised person to open or remove the lid of manholes without the authorities’ permission. “Strict action will be taken if you violate this and commit such acts. A criminal case will be registered against such people. In addition to fines, the accused may be jailed in some cases,” said the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB).
If any manhole cover is damaged or found to be open or any other problems or complaints should be reported by calling Water Board’s Complaint number 155313.
