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The Hindu
4 days ago
- Climate
- The Hindu
Hectic road digging creates blockade for commuters
Predictions of heavy to very heavy rainfall in the month of August have done nothing to dampen the digging drive of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC). After biding time the entire summer, the contractors of the Strategic Nala Development Programme have now started digging up roads and road margins to lay storm water drains. This digging activity has turned traffic congestion into a daily problem for commuters. At Chintalkunta Y junction near LB Nagar, the road digging started about a month ago, to lay storm water pipelines along the RTC Colony main road. The project began while a ban on road cutting was in place in view of rains. Now, the route has been rendered unusable for vehicles, especially four-wheelers, on the connecting road towards the Sagar Ring Road. The deep trenches for laying 900 mm pipes has also restricted movement on the flyover from Bairamalguda towards LB Nagar Junction, and to proceed on the Inner Ring Road (IRR) towards Nagole. Also out of bounds for many vehicles is the Chintalkunta underpass landing on National Highway 65. Residents of several colonies around Jahangir Nagar, RTC Colony, Venkata Ramana Colony, and Padmavathi Colony are bearing the brunt of the ongoing digging work. 'In the absence of the Chintalkunta underpass, to get to the other side of the road, we need to take a round about either from the Vanasthalipuram side or travel up to LB Nagar junction, both of which increase the fuel cost tremendously. This has become a pain on a daily basis,' complained M. Srinivas Rao, a working professional who resides in Venkata Ramana Colony. For the commuters to Nagole, it is even more cumbersome as it adds up to over two kilometres up to the IRR, costing not only fuel, but extra time too during peak hours. Locals vouch that the RTC Colony main road was laid two to three years ago. While a cement concrete road is built with a lifespan of a minimum of 10 years, this road has been dug up much ahead of time, due to the absence of drainage. 'Every time it rains, the road gets filled with flood water from all the surrounding colonies, making it difficult for pedestrians to negotiate their way. Last time it was re-laid, they did not bother to provide for storm water drainage. There were only sewerage lines to take in the flood water too, and it was a problem. Now, they are breaking the road to lay the drains,' related Abdul Lateef (name changed), a shopkeeper on the road.
Hans India
5 days ago
- General
- Hans India
Police dog laid to rest
Tirupati: The sniffer dog that did commendable service for eight years (from 2015-2023) was laid to rest with police honours in Tirupati on Monday. The police dog, which was relieved from service in 2023, died of old age. Police officers including ASP Srinivas Rao paid floral tributes to the deceased dog before it was laid to rest. The dog played a key role in detecting bombs, especially Tirumala Brahmotsavams and many areas got appreciation from the higher officials. It even worked well during the visits of VVIPs and others and alert the police in many ways.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- The Hindu
Private college lecturer ends life over dowry harassment
A lecturer of a private college died by suicide allegedly over dowry harassment at Vuyyuru in Krishna district on Monday (August 4, 2025). The Vuyyuru police registered a case, said Gannavaram DSP Ch. Srinivas Rao. The deceased identified as V. Sri Vidya (22) got married to Arun Kumar, working as Surveyor in the Ward Secretariat, five months ago. The woman in a purportedly suicide note alleged that her husband hit her in an inebriated state. 'I may not be there till Rakhi Festival. Please take care of my parents,' she reportedly said in the note addressed to her brother. Persons having suicidal thoughts or in distress may 'Dial 100' for assistance.
Hans India
01-08-2025
- Hans India
Strict Vigil Ordered on Welfare Hostels and Gurukuls: Jogulamba Gadwal Collector Warns Against Negligence
Gadwal: District Collector B.M. Santosh has issued firm directives to officials, emphasizing that there is no room for negligence when it comes to the welfare of students in Gurukul schools and welfare hostels. The Collector made it clear that incidents like the one at the Jyotiba Phule BC Boys Gurukula School in Undavalli must never be repeated. On Friday, a review meeting was held at the IDOC meeting hall to assess the management of residential schools and hostels. The session was jointly conducted with District Superintendent of Police (SP) Srinivas Rao. Speaking on the occasion, the Collector noted that the state government has placed special focus on the education sector. He warned that strict action would be taken against any kind of negligence in the operation of schools and hostels. Referring to a recent incident, he reminded that the deputy warden and supervisor were suspended and memos were issued to other negligent officials. He directed mandal-level officials to work in coordination to safeguard student welfare. Special officers have been appointed at the district level to monitor all mandals. These officers are to visit schools at least twice a month to review conditions related to education, safety, drinking water, toilets, and other basic facilities. Tehsildars and MPDOs were instructed to regularly inspect hostels within their jurisdiction and immediately address any deficiencies. Daily nutritious meals must be provided as per the prescribed menu, and the food should be inspected daily by the school's food committee. Records of meal quality must be maintained with signatures from at least two students. Any deviation from the menu or substandard food will lead to strict action against the responsible staff. The Collector further emphasized that drinking water, toilets, sanitation, staff rooms, and kitchen facilities must be thoroughly reviewed during school inspections. He warned that any spoiled or pest-infested rice must be replaced immediately. Officials were advised to promptly report any problems in hostels to the tehsildar, MPDO, and police. The tehsildar, being the magistrate at the mandal level, must respond immediately. In case of serious issues, officials were directed to bring the matter directly to the Collector's attention. Unauthorized entry into school and hostel premises is strictly prohibited, especially in girls' hostels, where surveillance must be strengthened. District SP Srinivas Rao stated that the police department remains available at all times to respond to any incident. He urged officials to act responsibly, pointing out that due to administrative negligence and outsider interference, students have previously been forced to protest. He reiterated that strict regulations must be enforced to prevent unauthorized individuals—especially in girls' hostels—from entering premises. Outsiders must not be allowed access to educational institutions. Anyone violating student rights will face legal action. The SP also warned that action would be taken against individuals found engaging in inappropriate activities such as consuming alcohol within school premises at night. He encouraged close cooperation between mandal-level administrative officials and the police department to maintain order. The meeting was attended by Additional Collectors Lakshmi Narayana and Narsinga Rao, Special Deputy Collector Srinivasa Rao, RDO Alivelu, all Mandal Tehsildars, MPDOs, Special Officers, Education Department officials, principals of Kasturba Gandhi Girls' Schools, and other senior authorities.
Hans India
26-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Collector Directs Officials to Expedite Land Acquisition for Jawahar Nettempadu Lift Irrigation Project
Gadwal: District Collector B.M. Santosh has directed officials to expedite the long-pending land acquisition process under the Jawahar Nettempadu Lift Irrigation Project. The instructions were issued during a review meeting held on Saturday at the Collector's Conference Hall. The meeting focused on the progress of land acquisition required for the right canal (Kudi Kalva) of the irrigation project. The Collector emphasized the need to complete the acquisition process within the stipulated time frame to avoid delays in the execution of the project. As part of the land acquisition procedures, notices have already been served to the farmers. The Collector instructed officials to disburse compensation cheques to the farmers whose lands have been acquired, under Packages 99/B and 100, and take immediate possession of the lands. He urged Revenue and Irrigation Department officials to coordinate and fast-track the project works for timely completion. Attendees: The review meeting was attended by: Additional Collector Lakshmi Narayana Special Deputy Collector for Land Acquisition Srinivas Rao District Irrigation Officer Srinivas Rao Irrigation Department DEs and AEs Gadwal Tahsildar Mallikarjun Dharur Tahsildar Narender And other concerned officials. This move is seen as a crucial step in accelerating the progress of the Jawahar Nettempadu Lift Irrigation Project, which is expected to benefit a large number of farmers through improved irrigation facilities.
