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Hans India
7 days ago
- General
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Wanted: A permanent fix to waterlogging in parts of city
Hyderabad: The water logging due to recent rains in several areas, especially in the central and Northern parts of the city, has underscored the need for integrated sewage system and storm water drainage. Scattered rains recently has effected several areas especially low-lying areas with water logging at localities including Neredmet, RK Puram, Malkajgiri, Devi Nagar, Red Hills, Asif Nagar and Tolichowki. In these areas, the sewage pipelines are over a decade old, mostly consisting of outdated eight-inch to one-foot underground lines. These pipelines were laid many years ago and are now inadequate to handle the current sewage outflows, as the population and number of households have increased significantly over the years. Some locals highlighted the urgent need for the construction of storm water drains, noting that although a few were sanctioned in certain areas, they remain only on paper and were never implemented on the ground. 'Over the past several years, we have been facing water logging issues, even with just a little down pour, our complete lane gets stagnated because our pipelines are decade old. Many times, we have been urging the Hyderabad Water Board to lay new pipelines, but all fell on deaf ears,' said Umesh, a resident of Devi Nagar. 'Due to lack of Strategic Nala Development programme in Malkajgiri limits, every rains, we are facing sewage overflow issue and whenever we log a complaint, they only come and provide a temporary solution, no permanent solution is been provided and now this is high time , Hyderabad Water Board should immediately lay new pipeline, so that this upcoming monsoon, we will not face any similar situation like last monsoon,' said Robin Zaccheus, resident of Neredmet. 'The sewage overflow issues have become a never-ending issue after every rain. Citizens are suffering, roads are becoming unsafe, and basic mobility is disrupted. It will be better if concerned officials prioritise the long-term flood-resilient infrastructure and engage with local communities and experts,' said Mohammed Abid Ali, a resident of Nampally.
Hans India
21-05-2025
- General
- Hans India
Water Board MD inspects sewer project
Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Water Board, Managing Director, Ashok Reddy, inspected the ongoing Zone-3 Sewer Network Project works that have been undertaken for the modernisation of the sewage system. During the inspection, how to carry out the tunnelling works on the Tolichowki Flyover main road without any hindrance was discussed, and it was estimated that it would not be easy to carry out the works as there is heavy traffic on this main road every day. It was suggested that the works should be completed during the rainy season so that people should not face any problems due to the tunnelling works being carried out at a depth of about eight to 11 meters. The MD stated that while carrying out the tunnelling works, they should coordinate with the GHMC, Transco, Hyderabad Water Board, and O and M officials. They should wear proper barricades and protective equipment while undertaking the work and follow safety standards. He also advised the officials to immediately complete road repairs in the areas where the pipe expansion work has been completed. He emphasised that proposals should be submitted outlining how the underground tunnelling work on the road leading to the nearby Seven Tombs can be carried out without compromising the structural integrity of the surrounding residential houses. Later, the MD inspected the pipeline expansion work which is in progress in the lines and surrounding areas.
Hans India
02-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Water Board bags Best Management Award
Hyderabad: On the occasion of International Labour Day, Hyderabad Water Board received the Best Management Award. Water Board Managing Director Ashok Reddy received this award from the hands of Telangana Chief Minister, Revanth Reddy. According to Hyderabad Water Board officials, the Board is giving priority to the safety of workers. It ensures that safety standards are strictly followed in the workplace and also organises safety weeks annually in all divisions to create awareness about the precautions to be taken while performing duties.
