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Hyderabad: A cyclist in Hyderabad was reportedly injured after falling due to rumble strips on Tank Bund Road.

Ravi Sambari, co-founder of Hyderabad Cycling Revolution, brought attention to the incident on the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, urging the Telangana Chief Minister’s Office to reconsider the width of rumble strips for the safety of cyclists and other slow-moving vehicles.

Concerns about rumble strips in Hyderabad extend beyond minor inconveniences. Several surveys have indicated that they may contribute to health problems like back pain and even increase the risk of accidents.

Sai Harsha, an IT employee and admin of Team Road Squad, has spearheaded a “Rumble Strip Campaign” for the past 125 days. This ongoing initiative aims to raise awareness among authorities and advocate for safer alternatives. The campaign, using the hashtag #removerumblestripsinHyderabad on the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, is urging the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) and the Telangana government to address the issue.

Team Road Squad posted on July 7th, “Daily reminder-Day 125. Dear GHMC, increasing thickness won’t stop bad drivers. Unscientific rumble strips are causing pain to good drivers only. Please rethink!”

Citizens have been voicing their concerns for more than 100 days, highlighting the problems caused by poorly designed rumble strips and urging authorities to take action. The recent cyclist injury emphasizes the need for a prompt solution.

It was learned that in 2019, an accident on the Biodiversity Flyover occurred when a car fell onto commuters. After researching the issue, the GHMC authority implemented speed control measures, including the installation of rumble strips along with transverse bar markings.

According to the Indian Road Congress (IRC) rules, rumble strip thickness should range from 20 to 30 mm. However, the GHMC awarded the contract to an agency and instructed them to paint transverse bars with a thickness ranging from 5 mm. The agency disregarded these guidelines and painted varying thicknesses, with some areas having 10 mm thick rumble strips and others with 50 mm thickness. This inconsistency in following the rules has been observed throughout the city,” Harsha told Hyderabad Mail in a previous interview.

“If a biker or a four-wheeler goes on the road, they will be confused by whether to slow down or at what speed to go due to these non-uniform rumble strips. That is why I started this campaign on the social media platform formerly known as Twitter,” revealed Team Road Squad admin.

Hyderabad: In an announcement for travelers from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, the Ministry of Railways has approved a new biweekly express train connecting Secunderabad to Vasco da Gama in Goa. This service, numbered 17039/17040, addresses long-standing issues of limited options and overcrowding on existing routes.

Previously, passengers faced inconvenience as trains originating from Secunderabad merged with those from Tirupati at Guntakal, forming a single service for Goa. Additionally, some coaches from Kachiguda joined the Shalimar-Goa train at Guntakal.

The new train service is a response to a letter sent to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in March 2024, highlighting the consistent high demand and overcrowding on existing routes. The project gained momentum under the renewed term of the Narendra Modi government, with Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw approving the proposal after overcoming delays due to election notifications.

The Secunderabad-Vasco da Gama biweekly express will operate on a convenient schedule, departing Secunderabad on Wednesdays and Fridays. Return journeys from Vasco da Gama will be on Thursdays and Saturdays.

The train will cater to passengers in various locations, making stops at Secunderabad, Kachiguda, Shadnagar, Jadcherla, Mahbubnagar, Gadwal, Kurnool City, Doni, Guntakal, Bellary, Hospet, Koppal, Gadag, Hubballi, Dharwad, Londa, Castle Rock, Kulem, Sanvordem, and Madgaon before reaching its final destination, Vasco da Gama in Goa.

This much-needed service is expected to significantly reduce the burden on existing routes and provide a more comfortable and convenient travel option for residents of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh traveling to Goa.

Union Minister for Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, who is also the MP for Secunderabad, took to a social media platform ‘X’ and previously known as Twitter to announce the launch of the biweekly express train, generating excitement among travelers.

సికింద్రాబాద్‑గోవా మధ్య కొత్త బైవీక్లీ ఎక్స్‌ప్రెస్ ట్రైన్

తెలుగు రాష్ట్రాలనుంచి గోవా వెళ్లే ప్రయాణికులకు కేంద్ర ప్రభుత్వం తీపికబురందించింది. సికింద్రాబాద్ నుంచి వాస్కోడగామా (గోవా) వెళ్లేందుకు కొత్త ఎక్స్‌ప్రెస్ రైలును (17039/17040) ప్రారంభించనుంది. ఇప్పటి వరకూ వారానికి ఒకరైలు… pic.twitter.com/tDwlqGedpb

— G Kishan Reddy (@kishanreddybjp) July 6, 2024

While some users expressed happiness about the new service, other users requested adjustments to the train timings.

Hyderabad: A biopic titled Srikanth is now available on Netflix after captivating audiences in theaters earlier this year. The film chronicles the remarkable journey of Srikanth Bolla, a visually impaired industrialist from Hyderabad who defied adversity to become a beacon of inspiration.

Under the direction of Tushar Hiranandani, the film stars Rajkummar Rao in a powerful performance as Bolla Srikanth. Jyothika, Alaya F, and Sharad Kelkar deliver equally compelling supporting roles.

Bolla’s life story exemplifies triumph in the face of immense challenges. Born into a farming family in Seetharamapuram village, Andhra Pradesh, on July 7, 1991, Bolla battled both economic hardship and visual impairment. However, his unwavering determination shone brightly despite these obstacles.

Bolla’s academic path was filled with hurdles. Denied the opportunity to study science in high school and subsequently rejected by IIT coaching institutes, he refused to be deterred. This tenacity ultimately led him to become the first international visually impaired student at the prestigious Sloan School of Management at MIT.

Following graduation, Bolla co-founded Bollant Industries in Hyderabad in 2012. This eco-friendly company focuses on providing packaging solutions and other products, while simultaneously creating employment opportunities for differently-abled individuals.

Bolla Srikanth’s impact extends beyond the realm of business. Recognized by Forbes Asia’s 30 Under 30 list in 2017, he is also a dedicated advocate for social causes. He co-founded the Samanvai Center for children with Multiple Disabilities and serves as director of the Surge Impact Foundation, actively working towards achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Lead actor Rajkummar Rao expressed his profound admiration for Bolla’s unwavering spirit.

More than just a cinematic experience, Srikanth stands as a potent tribute to the human spirit’s unwavering resilience in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges. Filmed across diverse locations in India and the USA between November 2022 and January 2023, the biopic garnered moderate commercial success upon its theatrical release on May 10, 2024, a date coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Akshay Tritiya.

𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗿𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗵? 𝗜𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗺 𝗼𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝗳𝗹𝗶𝘅 𝗮 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆?

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿!

Hyderabad’s Beacon: The Extraordinary Journey of Srikanth Bolla Hits Netflix

Srikanth, now streaming on Netflix, is a 2024 Bollywood… pic.twitter.com/N5fQAAjFKY

— Sudhakar Udumula (@sudhakarudumula) July 6, 2024