Hyderabad Regional Ring Road project to begin in October

Anil Kiran Reddy 16 Jun 2024 4:55 PM

HYDERABAD: According to official sources, Hyderabad Regional Ring Road (RRR) project reportedly set to begin in this October. Prime Minister Narendra Modi to set the groundwork for this much-anticipated project. As a result of the delays, the project’s expenses have increased by Rs 6k crore. The government of BRS did not succeed in obtaining the required lands even after multiple reminders from the Centre during the last five years. RRR project was originally suggested by the BRS administration in 2018. This project was given the green light in the same year by the Centre, which agreed to cover half of the expenses for acquiring the land.

The Centre approved the RRR project in two sections: northern and southern. The northern part, spanning 158 km, will connect Sangareddy, Narsapur, Toopran, Gajwel, Pragnapur, Jagdevpur, Bhongir, and Choutuppal. The southern section, in its second phase, will cover 182 km, passing through Choutuppal, Ibrahimpatnam, Kandukur, Amangal, Chevella, Shankarpally, and Sangareddy.

In December 2021, the Centre estimated Rs 9,164 crore to complete the northern section, including land acquisition. However, delays have pushed the cost to Rs 15k crore due to rising land prices and increased costs of steel, cement, and utility relocations.

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Government efforts to accelerate project

After the Congress came to power in December 2023, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy prioritized the RRR project. In January, he held a review meeting and directed officials to accelerate land acquisition. However, the election code from March 16 to June 6 halted progress. The BRS government had initiated the process to acquire only 1,459 acres out of the required 1,935 hectares, and this remains at various stages of acquisition.

Following the conclusion of the Lok Sabha elections, Roads and Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy accelerated land acquisition and related works for the RRR project. Efforts aim to complete land acquisition by September and invite Prime Minister Modi for the groundbreaking ceremony in October, marking the formal launch of the RRR works.

cinema beat

Actor Ajith Kumar Telugu-Tamil bilingual Good Bad Ugly’s second look released

Hyderabad Mail Network 27 Jun 2024

Hyderabad: Ajith Kumar, in collaboration with director Adhik Ravichandran and the Indian Top Production House Mythri Movie Makers, is set to take audiences by storm with their next Crazy Entertainer. A Telugu-Tamil bilingual movie, Good Bad Ugly. This film is said to be one of the biggest entertainers in the making and has already generated a significant buzz with its first look.

The second look poster has now been revealed by the makers, featuring Ajith Kumar in an electrifying new avatar. Ajith is seen wearing black shades and a prisoner’s uniform, exuding energy and intensity. The tattoo on his hand and the backdrop of blazing gunfire add to the drama. This look is currently trending across social media platforms, captivating fans and critics alike.

Good Bad Ugly boasts the involvement of top-class technicians. Rockstar Devi Sri Prasad is composing the music, while Abhinandan Ramanujam is handling the cinematography, and Vijay Velukutty is the editor. The film is progressing at a rapid pace and is scheduled for a grand release on Sankranti 2025.

cinema beat

Rajamouli to Chiranjeevi, film industry all in praise for Prabhas’s Kalki 2898AD

Hyderabad Mail Network 27 Jun 2024

Hyderabad : Prabhas’s and Nag Ashwin’s combo, Kalki 2898AD, the futuristic mythological sci-fi movie made it to the blockbuster talk. The magnum opus project released with high expectations and as of now it seems to stand the test of audience and proved them right with spectacular reviews all over.

Actor Chiranjeevi took to X to share his appreciation for the entire team of Kalki 2898AD and said, “Hearing fabulous reports about #Kalki2898AD ! Kudos to @nagashwin7 for your creative genius for making this Mytho-Sci-Fi futuristic film with such stellar star cast with @SrBachchan #Prabhas @deepikapadukone & @ikamalhaasan Hearty Congratulations to my favourite producer @AshwiniDuttCh garu, the passionate & courageous @SwapnaDuttCh #PriyankaDutt & the entire team for this achievement. Dream On and Make the Flag of Indian Cinema fly higher & higher!!!”

Meanwhile, the blockbuster director Rajamouli has also shared his short appreciation via X. Rajamouli said, “Loved the world-building of #Kalki2898AD… It transported me into various realms with its incredible settings. Darling just killed it with his timing and ease… Great support from Amitabh ji, Kamal sir, and Deepika. The last 30 minutes of the film took me to a whole new world. Kudos to Nagi and the entire Vyjayanthi team for their unmatched efforts in executing it.”

Cinematographer and director, Ravi K Chandran said, “Finally a truly international standard film making from india .. thanks to the amazing producers for the Absolutely stunning film ..outstanding cinematography Director @nagashwin7 nailed it .total paisa vasool ., enjoyed it .. please watch it on big screen”

Director Ram Gopal Varma also took to X and said, “Hey @nagashwin7 KUDOS to your AMBITION and IMAGINATION .. @srbachchan is a 100 times more dynamic than ever and #prabhas is in a never before seen avatar and AHEM also THANKS for giving me my acting DEBUT #Kalki2898”

Kalki 2898 AD is a pan-Indian film, bringing together top talents from across the country. The ensemble cast features Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani in pivotal roles. Directed by Nag Ashwin and produced by Vyjayanthi Movies, this multilingual, mythology-inspired sci-fi spectacle released on June 27, 2024.

Crime Hyderabad

Hyderabad Traffic police cracks down on school vehicle violations

Hyderabad Mail Network 27 Jun 2024

Hyderabad: In a special drive against the vehicle plying school children, Hyderabad Traffic Police has cracked a whip against vehicles carrying school children in excess of the capacity and also the vehicle condition in Hyderabad City.

On Thursday Hyderabad traffic police identified 406 Auto rickshaw drivers not wearing proper uniform , 95 auto rickshaw carrying excess school children, 57 cases where school children were sitting beside the driver, 11 auto rickshaw drivers without driving licence, and 11 auto rickshaw without documents.

Most concerning is the wrong side driving. Traffic police have found 40 auto rickshaw drivers driving on the wrong side. Wrong side driving led to one of the most causes of accidents reported in the last few years.

“We have formed special teams which will conduct a special drive in the morning from 07.30 a.m to 09.30 a.m. and in the evening from 03.00 p.m. to 05.00 p.m.” Hyderabad Traffic police in an official statement. Further they added, Special focus is kept on the Auto Rickshaws without fitness certificates, without driving licence, drunken drive, overloading (more than 6 children of 12 years and below in 3 passenger Auto Rickshaw and 8 children in 4 passenger Auto Rickshaw), minor driving, and other violations.

These special teams will also hold a meeting with school management and counsel the parents who are carrying extra children on their two-wheelers and explain to them about the security and safety of school children.

Hyderabad Traffic Police appealed to all the parents not to send their children in a vehicle carrying more than the seating capacity. “Transporting Children in an overloaded vehicle is a clear violation of Traffic rules. This endangers the lives of children,” said Hyderabd traffic police.

Further they requested the school managements and parents to check the validity of documents -Driving Licence of Driver, Registration Certificate, Insurance Certificate and Fitness Certificate- of vehicles before engaging such vehicles for sending children to the Schools. They are also requested to verify the antecedents / behavior of the driver.