Street dog attacks little girl in Manikonda; residents demand action
MANIKONDA: In a horrific incident, a little girl was attacked and bitten by a street dog on Friday at Khizra Enclave in the Manikonda area of Hyderabad. According to reports, the girl narrowly escaped after an old man came to her rescue.
The incident occurred while she was playing freely in Khizra Enclave and was viciously attacked by a street dog. She was immediately rushed to the hospital and received a total of six injections from the doctors.
Residents alleged that this is the second street dog attack reported in the last 10 days. Outraged Manikonda residents question the safety of children in the area.
They demanded strict action against the street dog menace in Manikonda and questioned the inaction of the Manikonda municipality. Residents state they can’t wait for another street dog attack and vow to hold local bodies accountable.
Residents also questioned what measures the Manikonda municipality is taking to control the stray dog population, if regular sterilisation drives are in place, or if measures are being taken to ensure proper garbage disposal to avoid attracting stray dogs.
The residents also produced AI-generated images to bring attention to the street dog attacks in Manikonda, which they even shared with the relevant authorities. The residents are trying to grab the attention of municipal authorities to end the street dog menace in Manikonda.
Manikonda residents also demanded to implement the Animal Birth Control (ABC) programme to control the stray dog population. Sterilisation, spaying and neutering reduces the number of unwanted animals and curbs aggressive behaviour often associated with mating instincts.
The residents believe that implementation of Animal Birth Control (ABC) programs offer effective approach to managing stray populations while promoting community safety and animal welfare. By preventing reproduction, these programs contribute to a decrease in the number of strays, which can help reduce incidents of dog bites and attacks.
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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.
