L&T Metro Rail (Hyderabad) awarded Great Place To Work® certification by global authority
Hyderabad: L&T Metro Rail (Hyderabad) Limited (L&TMHRL) has announced its certification as a Great Place to Work® in the category of Mid-Size Organizations. This esteemed recognition has been conferred by Great Place To Work® India, a renowned global authority on workplace culture. The certification is valid from June 2024 to June 2025.
This achievement highlights L&TMHRL’s dedication to creating a positive and empowering work environment for its employees. The company’s commitment to employee well-being and growth has been vital in establishing a culture of trust, respect, and innovation.
L&TMRHL is the only metro in the industry to have been certified as a Great Place to Work in fiscal year 2024-2025. It is one of the few organizations to receive a high Trust Index score of 92 on its first attempt.
“We are incredibly honored to be recognized as a Great Place to Work®,” said KVB Reddy, MD & CEO of L&T Metro Rail (Hyderabad) Limited. “This certification is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our employees who drive our success. We are committed to continuously improving our work environment and providing employees with the best possible opportunities to thrive. At L&TMHRL, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. I compliment Bino Jose Mathew, CHRO of L&TMRHL, for fostering a culture of collaboration, recognition, and professional development. We empower our employees to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to the company’s success.”
The certification process involved a thorough evaluation of L&TMHRL’s work culture, which included employee surveys, focus groups, and a review of the company’s HR practices. The assessment revealed that L&TMHRL excels in several key areas, namely credibility, respect and fairness, camaraderie, pride, and meaningful work.
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.
