KRCR Colony residents demand action on drainage woes before rainy season
BACHUPALLY: Residents of KRCR colony face persistent water stagnation and drainage backup issues, even with minimal rainfall on Road No. 1 in Bachupally, Mallampet Road, near Silver Oaks International High School. The drainage system frequently gets blocked during light rain, prompting residents to demand a permanent solution ahead of the rainy season.
While speaking to the Hyderabad Mail, Srikanth, a resident of KRCR Colony, said, “The situation on Road No. 1 is terrible as it is completely filled with drainage and rainwater. Even with a small amount of rain, our road is flooded with drainage water backing up onto our street. This issue requires immediate attention as water is flowing into the buildings, and we are facing serious problems.”
Urgent Need for Drainage Repairs Amidst Road Extension Works
Srikanth explained that the extension works on the main road in our area have damaged the central drainage, and the repairs were neglected. This has led to a severe drainage blockage. As a result, drainage water mixes with rainwater, causing stagnant pools and breeding grounds for mosquitoes. This is not just an inconvenience; it’s a health hazard that needs to be addressed immediately.
“It’s becoming a nightmare to cross the KRCR double road to the main road, especially for two-wheelers driven by women. They are helpless during the rain. Our colony residents have already raised this complaint many times. It’s very difficult to drive through this water; even four-wheelers are getting damaged. Authorities should take necessary action against this,” said Srikanth.
“Vijaya Lakshmi Subba Rao, the corporator, promptly addressed the concerns raised by residents and diligently escalated the matter to the commissioner for further attention. The Commissioner of Nizampet took the issue seriously and responded to our plea by forwarding it to the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority for their attention. It is currently pending at the HMDA. We are seeking a permanent solution to this issue and hope for a quick resolution,” requested Srikanth.
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.
