Raidurg police book six riders in Knowledge City area
HYDERABAD: Hyderabad’s Knowledge City and T-Hub area have become hot spots for “daredevil” bikers performing dangerous stunts. On Saturday night, Raidurg police booked six riders and detained their bikes for executing risky maneuvers in the Knowledge City area. This trend has seen numerous riders congregating on weekends to film their stunts and upload them as reels on Instagram, taking advantage of the location’s modern architecture and vibrant lighting.
Raidurg Inspector of Police, Ch Venkanna, reported that around 67 riders have been booked for rash and negligent driving since March 2024 across six different cases. “These riders communicate on Instagram and gather on weekends,” Venkanna stated. “The area’s modern buildings and lighting make for impressive reels.” He added that most of the offenders are young, in their 20s.
The police have enlisted the help of the social media cell to monitor and identify such reels, allowing them to gather information and book cases against the riders. They are also tracking the number plates of bikes and cars involved in illegal racing. Many of these riders have Instagram handles such as Ajju Rider, Imran Rider, and RX100. A concerning observation is that many of them do not wear helmets or other protective gear while performing these dangerous stunts.
Telangana police warn bikers against stunts
Police say Bikers BeAlert : Rash Riding and bike stunts are not Not Tolerated!
“TS Police will be taking strict action to ensure safer roads. Violators will face serious consequences. Adhere to traffic rules or face legal action. “… pic.twitter.com/OyIV13z4xO
— Sudhakar Udumula (@sudhakarudumula) June 15, 2024
Police intensify monitoring on unauthorised bike racers
The police have emphasized the importance of safety and are urging the public to avoid such activities that not only endanger their lives but also pose significant risks to others. Recently, on June 1, Raidurgam police conducted a special drive to keep a check on unauthorized bike racers in Cyberabad and seized 50 motorcycles. Cases were booked against the bike owners and riders.
Upon receiving complaints from the general public, the Raidurg police conducted special drives at the T-HUB area, ITC Kohinoor, Knowledge Park area, and Sathva building, My Home Bhuja areas on night of June 1. They seized 50 bikes during these operations. The police continue to monitor social media platforms to identify and take action against those involved in such risky activities.
Authorities are urging young riders to prioritize safety and refrain from participating in illegal racing and stunts. They stress that these activities not only violate traffic laws but also pose serious threats to the safety of the riders and the general public. The police will continue to take stringent measures to ensure public safety and maintain order in these high-tech zones.
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.
