Tank Bund to dazzle on Telangana formation day evening
Secunderabad: Tank bund will be a visual extravaganza for the attendees of Telangana formation day celebrations during the evening on coming Sunday. With the preparation for Telangana formation day celebrations in full swing it is going to enhance the spectacle
As the dusk falls, the tranquil waters come alive with a dazzling array of lights for the city bound celebrations. Tourists and locals alike would flock to witness the grandeur of the illuminated Tank Bund to witness the picturesque scenes. The vibrant lights reflect off the tranquil waters making Tank Bund a must-visit destination for those seeking both serenity and spectacle in equal measure.
The Telangana government had organised a carnival, fireworks, laser show, food and gaming stalls on the tank bund. In addition, several cultural programmes have also been chalked out.
Telangana Chief Minister Anumula Revanth Reddy and his cabinet ministers and other dignitaries will attend several cultural programmes organised on the tank bund. There will be carnival performances by various cultural art troupes from different districts of the state. Many classical, folk and Deccani cultural programmes on the main stage. March-Fast with national flags on telangana state official anthem ‘Jaya Jayahe Telangana’ is also on the cards.
Further around 80 stalls are being set up on the tank bund. These stalls include stalls of handicrafts, goods manufactured by self-help groups(SHG), handloom products and stalls set up by several prominent hotels in the city. Gaming shows have been arranged for young children.
In the morning hours on coming Sunday,the Chief Minister will participate in several programmes at the Parade Ground in Secunderabad after paying floral tributes to the martyrs’ stupa at Gun-Park in the morning. With the summer approaching precautionary measures are being made to ensure that there is no difficulty for the people and celebrities attending. Special medical camps are also being set up in the assembly premises. Drinking water facilities and proper toilets are also being set up.
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.
