Yakutpura residents call for action against water pollution crisis
YAKUTPURA: Residents in Yakutpura have complained about receiving polluted water in their homes. The affected areas include SRT Colony, Azmath Nagar, Wahed Colony, Imambada, and Rein Bazar.
Despite repeated requests to Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) , no action has been taken to rectify the water pollution problem. Many residents, including children, are falling ill due to the contaminated water.
Many residents, including children, are falling ill due to the contaminated water. They demand quick action to resolve the issue and ensure clean water. Amjed Ullah Khan, Spokesman of Majlis Bachao Tahreek (MBT) and Ex-Corporator, alleged that no senior officer from HMWSSB has visited the area in the last 15-20 days to check water pollution.
Amjed Ullah Khan took to ‘X’ to raise the issue, stating, “Despite repeated complaints, water pollution is not being controlled by HMWSSB. Look at how dirty water is being supplied to a house in Masjid-e-Hazarim, Wahed Colony, Yakutpura Assembly Constituency. Not only this area, but the entire SRT Colony, Azmath Nagar, Wahed Colony, Imambada, Rein Bazar, etc., are experiencing pollution in drinking water, and local residents’ complaints are not being addressed, leading to many citizens, especially children, falling ill. I request you to kindly ask MD HMWSSB to personally visit these areas and take necessary action to control water pollution.”
After his complaint, HMWSSB apologised for the inconvenience caused to the residents and registered a complaint with Token No: 2478, intimating the concerned officials to rectify the situation as soon as possible.
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.
