Heavy rains cause severe water logging and traffic delays across Hyderabad
HYDERABAD: Heavy rains in Hyderabad have caused severe water logging at several key junctions, leading to slow traffic movement and congestion. Commuters are advised to take alternate routes to avoid delays.
Traffic snarls across city due to water logging
At Ranagamahal Junction, water logging has slowed down traffic. The Sultan Bazar Traffic Police, in coordination with GHMC officials, are regulating traffic and working to clear the water logging.
Water logging near Akshaya Hotel has also resulted in slow traffic movement. Malakpet Traffic Police, along with GHMC officials, are on-site clearing the water and managing the traffic flow.
Under the RUB at Malakpet, similar issues are causing traffic delays. Malakpet Traffic Police, with the help of GHMC officials, are actively clearing the water logging.
Raja Furniture at RTC X Roads is another critical point affected, causing slow traffic between Chikkadpally and Narayanguda. Chikkadpally Traffic Police and GHMC officials are on the ground to alleviate the congestion.
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Due to water logging at Raja Furniture, #RTCXroads the Traffic movement is slow b/w Chikkadpally towards Narayanguda. Commuters are requested to take alternate routes to avoid congestion.
Chikkadpally Traffic Police with @GHMCOnline officials clearing the water logging pic.twitter.com/7pFrOz1OZN— Hyderabad Traffic Police (@HYDTP) June 17, 2024
At Mythrivanam Junction, water logging is also impacting traffic. SR Nagar Traffic Police, in partnership with GHMC officials, are clearing the water to improve the situation. Later, water logging cleared at this Junction.
Meanwhile, a user known as “Telangana Weatherman,” who is known for timely weather updates across Telangana state, tweeted about the impending storm, stating, “My goodness, it’s gonna be SERIOUS STORM for South Hyderabad next 1hr. A huge chain is coming from Adibatla – Nadergul side. This time it’s gonna be widespread INTENSE DOWNPOUR for most parts of Hyderabad which missed the first spell. STAY ALERT.”
Authorities continue to work diligently to manage the situation and restore normalcy. Commuters are urged to stay informed and cautious during this period of severe weather.
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.
