GHMC summer coachings sees highest footfall in Hyderabad this year
Hyderabad:This year’s Summer coaching camp of Greater Hyderabad Municipal corporation (GHMC) saw the highest footfall compared to the last two years, revealed the data by GHMC. Summer coaching camp primarily aimed at children of age group in between 6-16 years is a huge hit among the Hyderabadis.
Around 53,000 children enrolled in the Summer coaching camp this year compared to 42,214 and 18,816 in 2023 and 2022 respectively. Summer coaching camp was conducted across the GHMC limits consisting of six zones namely Khairatabad, Charminar, Secunderabad, Kukatpally, Serilingampally and LB nagar zone in 915 centres across the city.
“GHMC, each summer has continued its tradition of providing the best sporting skills, basic fundamentals to advanced skills and strategies to nearly 53,000 young boys and girls in the twin cities and keeping them occupied during their holidays,” said GHMC in an official statement.
1.7 crore budget for improvement of infrastructure
Coaching camp for a variety of sporting activities in 44 events organised in 29 spacious multi sports complexes, 13 swimming pools and 521 playgrounds. Further to boost up the infrastructure facilities the Commissioner, GHMC had sanctioned Rs.1.7crores for the play and Sports material required for the Summer coaching camp. In addition to the infrastructure facilities, it utilised the expertise of a workforce of 77 part time Coaches, 76 swimming coaches cum lifeguards and nearly 800 other honorarium coaches.
Summer coaching camps of GHMC is the brainchild of late L Venkatram Reddy, former director of sports of the then Municipal Corporation of Hyderabad in 1968. Since then the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation is conducting Summer Coaching camps in tune with the motto of “Catch em Young”.
The camp which was planned for 37 days, started from 25 April and is supposed to end on 31 May, has been extended for another 10 days and it will close on June 10. The summer camps became the most sought-after event for young boys and girls in the city. Some of them even went on to represent the State and the country in various tournaments as well.
CM Revanth Reddy reorganizes disaster management for Greater Hyderabad
HYDERABAD: Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has decided to assign critical responsibilities to the Disaster Management Department within Greater Hyderabad. He has directed officials to implement structural changes and redistribute responsibilities accordingly. In a review meeting at the Secretariat on Monday evening, the Chief Minister discussed the reorganization with officials from Municipal Administration, HMDA, and Musi Development.
Expansion of disaster management responsibilities
Recognizing the geographic expansion of Hyderabad, the Chief Minister ordered the Disaster Management Department to extend its jurisdiction to the Outer Ring Road. He suggested including GHMC, 27 surrounding municipalities and corporations, and 33 gram panchayats within its service area. The department will be renamed the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Assets Monitoring Protection (HYDRA). The Chief Minister proposed appointing a DIG-level officer as the director and SP-level officers as additional directors. He also recommended special teams from GHMC, HMDA, the Water Board, city traffic, and other departments to join this new division.
The Chief Minister emphasized the need for the Disaster Management Department to offer continuous services to city residents, not just during floods or emergencies. HYDRA should actively address all issues faced by Hyderabad’s citizens, including preserving the city’s tanks and ponds, protecting government properties from encroachments, and managing hoardings and flex banners. Additionally, HYDRA will oversee water pipelines, electricity supply lines, drainage, flood management, and traffic control.
Focus on heritage and infrastructure projects
Chief Minister Reddy directed the acceleration of the Musi River Development Project, aiming to elevate Hyderabad’s international reputation. He stressed the importance of working towards the government’s goal of transforming this project into a landmark. He also ordered officials to take necessary actions to restore historical buildings and structures within the city. The GHMC presented a PowerPoint on various heritage sites, such as the City Library, Charminar Ayurvedic Hospital, and Nizamia Observatory etc. The Chief Minister encouraged exploring ways to develop these sites for tourism and integrating feasible ones into the Musi River Development Project.
The Chief Minister instructed Chief Secretary Shantikumar to draft a comprehensive reorganization plan, including staffing, duties, and budget allocations for HYDRA. He also emphasized identifying key areas where the Disaster Management Department can enhance its operations.
The meeting included Chief Secretary Shantikumar, Principal Secretary of Municipal Administration and Urban Development Danakishore, GHMC Commissioner Amrapali, GHMC Vigilance Disaster Management Commissioner A.V. Ranganath, and Hyderabad Water Board MD Ashok Reddy.
