New virus emerges in Hyderabad, residents face health issues
Hyderabad: Residents are facing serious health issues with the spread of new virus in Hyderabad. In the past few days, many people have been admitted to hospitals. Many people are suffering from symptoms such as cough, cold, and fever. Doctors are attributing this to the impact of the new virus.
Hospitals report increase in patients
Since last week, doctors have been warning that many more people are coming to hospitals with such symptoms. The situation seems to be spreading easily from one person to another. In some families, multiple members exhibit similar symptoms. The disease begins with a cough and later progresses to cold, fever.
Symptoms and public reaction:
Doctors are informing that symptoms such as itching, cough, and cold are common, but if the situation worsens, one should be concerned. Commonly, high fever may indicate the presence of such symptoms, and doctors are alerting people about such signs.
The people are feeling dull, and the fear of this new disease is emerging among the public. Doctors are alerting people about itching, cough, and cold as common symptoms which may show up again when the season changes.
People are currently experiencing anxiety over this new disease. The government, along with private hospitals, has seen more people with the same symptoms, and doctors are reassuring that they may be experiencing a slight panic.
Medical experts attribute these symptoms to fluctuating temperatures. Rest and proper care is suggested for relief. Usually whenever there is abrupt changes in the weather like sudden rains, severe heat we may observe these type of health concerns among the people. Heat stroke may also be one of the reason. Doctors are assuring that this is naturally occurring and nothing to worry about.
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.
