Madhapur Inspector comes under scrutiny for Birthday celebration near Cable Bridge
Cyberabad: While the birthday celebrations were restricted on the city’s cable bridge at Durgam Cheruvu, Madhapur Inspector of police, Cyberabad commissionerate G Mallesh came under scrutiny after his pictures celebrating a birthday near the cable bridge went viral on social media. Netizens started questioning how police could perform an act that is restricted for the common public.
However, in a recent statement released by G Mallesh, Madhapur Inspector of police, he said that the celebrations took place on the footpath and not on the bridge. “One photo of a birthday celebration circulating in the media. That is not on the main road of the cable bridge, it is on the footpath. I am collecting related photos that will be shared very soon,” added the statement.
The police Inspector further clarified that he and his friends did not stop vehicles on the cable bridge, emphasizing that the celebration took place on the footpath. He suggested that while it is permissible to celebrate birthdays on the footpath, one should not obstruct traffic on the bridge.
Earlier last month, a vehicle ploughed into two people who were taking selfies on Durgam Cheruvu cable bridge leading to death of one and leaving another with serious injuries. This accidented prompted the police to issue restrictions on the cable bridge.
In its latest order released by Dr Vineeth, Deputy Commissioner of Police Madhapur on 16 April, 2024 issued prohibitory orders in respect to movement of vehicles on Durgam Cheruvu cable Bridge.
According to the notification, stopping of vehicle in the middle of the Durgam Cheruvu cable bridge, Madhapur for taking photographs causing public inconvenience and Sitting/ Standing on the on the grills/ railing and roaming on the bridge other than the footpath causing inconvenience or annoyance or danger to the public. Hence the public were requested to avoid the same.
Further the Cyberabad police warned the public violating these orders would attract prosecution under section 76 of ‘The Hyderabad city police Act 1348 F’.
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.
