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The Hindu
24-07-2025
- Climate
- The Hindu
TGiCCC steps up monsoon response, issues red and orange alerts in Telangana
With relentless rain lashing several parts of Telangana, the Telangana Integrated Command and Control Centre (TGiCCC) has upgraded its monsoon preparedness, issuing red and orange alerts across key districts and activating an emergency response mechanism. A red alert has been sounded for Komaram Bheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Nirmal, and Peddapalli districts, based on the India Meteorological Department's forecast and field reports indicating a high likelihood of heavy to very heavy rainfall. District Collectors, Commissioners and Superintendents of Police, and local control rooms have been put on notice, as the State braces for possible flood-like conditions, road blockages, and the need for swift rescue efforts. Neighbouring districts including Adilabad, Nizamabad, Jagitial, Jayashankar Bhupalapally, Mulugu, and Bhadradri Kothagudem are under an orange alert, where heavy rainfall is expected to cause localised disruptions. In a bid to ensure early warning and timely action, the alerts have been disseminated via the Sachet Integrated Alert Platform, allowing district authorities and the public to take precautionary measures in real time. The Multi-Agency Operations Centre (MAOC) at the TGiCCC is now functioning round the clock, coordinating with police units, disaster response teams, municipal officials, and other civic departments. Local-level emergency protocols have been activated, and all concerned departments are on high alert. Joint Action Teams comprising personnel from HYDRAA/Disaster Response Force, GHMC, the Water Board, TGSPDCL, and law and traffic police have been deployed to monitor and address waterlogging spots within the GHMC limits. Key support systems currently active include live weather and flood tracking through satellite feeds, GIS-based incident mapping, camera surveillance analysis, inter-agency resource coordination, and mass communication via alerts and social media in affected areas. Citizens are urged to stay tuned to official updates and cooperate with authorities during this ongoing spell of heavy rain.
Hans India
17-07-2025
- General
- Hans India
Fire mock drill conducted at TGICCC towers to test emergency preparedness
Hyderabad: With an objective to demonstrate the emergency preparedness protocol to respond to fire-related incidents, a comprehensive fire mock drill was conducted at the Telangana Integrated Command and Control Centre (TGiCCC) in Banjara Hills on Wednesday with the different departments. The building has state-of-the-art firefighting systems with advanced Building Management System (BMS) where automatic lift circuit braking systems, etc., are present. The exercise commenced with the activation of the fire alarm system and announcements over the Public Address System (PAS) across the floors in all Towers of the building. A simulated fire incident was reported on the 17th floor of Tower-A at around 3 pm. Accordingly, as per SOP, all lifts were deactivated, and all the 830 occupants of the TGiCCC Towers were immediately evacuated by designated Fire Marshals and Assistant Fire Marshals in each floor using the staircases and gathered at the designated Assembly Point at Ground Floor (TGiCCC lawns near the National Flag Post). During the mock drill, emergency departments like Fire Services, Police (L&O, Traffic), Revenue, HYDRAA, Medical & Health, TGSPDCL, HMWS&SB, responded promptly within a short notice and reached the spot. The exercise highlighted the importance of inter-agency coordination and rapid response in mitigating risks during emergencies. Following the successful evacuation, a de-briefing session was held at the Assembly Point. Sandeep Shandilya, Director, EAGLE (Anti Narcotic Bureau) emphasized the need for active participation of employees in self-evacuation during emergencies. VB Kamalasan Reddy, Director TGiCCC, appreciated the coordinated efforts of all participating emergency departments and staff of the building. The Director also briefed the Fire Marshals and Asst. Fire Marshals of each floor and directed them to use all fire safety equipment properly during emergencies. On the fire safety systems available in the buildings and advised all the staff members to be aware of these systems including importance of the refugee area, etc.,' he highlighted. A consolidated performance report of the mock drill, along with photographic and video documentation, has been compiled by the TGiCCC. The insights drawn will be utilized to refine SOPs, enhance training, and ensure robust disaster response mechanisms across the state. This drill was conducted following a previous mock drill on June 9 and comprehensive training for Fire Marshals and Assistant Fire Marshals on June 20.
Hans India
05-06-2025
- General
- Hans India
Mock drill held on disaster preparedness in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: As part of Disaster Management and Monsoon preparedness, the TGICCC conducted a mock drill in collaboration with different departments simulating a building collapse at an unspecified location with an objective to evaluate inter-departmental preparedness, response coordination, and emergency management capabilities in the event of a real-time disaster scenario. An officer of TGICCC stationed at Book 'N' More Library and Activity Centre, Tukaramgate PS limits, Secunderabad made a call on Dial-112 (National Helpline Number) regarding a building collapse on Wednesday at 3 pm resulting in two deaths and 15 injuries. The alert received at TGiCCC Control Room was immediately passed on to the Control Rooms of various departments for immediate action. As per the SoS message flashed from TGICCC, the 108 Ambulances, L&O and Traffic Police reached the spot within 10-15 minutes and initiated relief and rescue operations by barricading the area and diverted the traffic, facilitating easy movement for emergency services. The DRF team, NDRF, SDRF, Fire tenders, Revenue, TGSPDCL, HMWS&SB officials reached the incident spot within 20-30 minutes and actively participated in the mock drill, providing rescue and relief operations. The exercise was carried out under the supervision of Heads of the concerned Departments and other senior officers. Throughout the drill, TGiCCC & MAOC officers monitored and documented every development, ensuring structured command response. A post-drill review session was held at the War Room, where participating departments analysed the execution, identified strengths, gaps, and areas for improvement. It was decided that mock drills for various disaster scenarios will be conducted periodically which will enhance the preparedness and response of various departments involved in disaster management. A consolidated performance report of the mock drill, along with photographic and video documentation, has been compiled by the TGiCCC. The insights drawn will be utilised to refine SOPs, enhance training, and ensure robust disaster response mechanisms across the state. This mock drill underlines the Government's commitment to safeguarding public life and property through proactive disaster preparedness and integrated emergency management. The officers from Police Commissionerates of Hyderabad, Cyberabad & Rachakonda (L&0 and Traffic), Fire Services & Disaster Management, NDRF, GHMC, HYDRA, HMWS&SB, Health, Medical & Family Welfare, SDMA, I&PR, TGSPDCL, and Hyderabad District Collectorate were present.
The Hindu
01-06-2025
- The Hindu
Telangana's unified Dial-112 helpline handled 45 critical cases in first six months
In the first six months of operation, Telangana's unified Dial-112 helpline handled 45 critical cases. These included 31 suicide attempts, five missing children, three instances of child marriage, two cases of child abduction, and individual incidents of attempted murder, rape, forcible marriage, and a road accident, according to data released by the Telangana Integrated Command and Control Centre (TGiCCC). Introduced on December 5, 2024, the Telangana Emergency Response Support System (TGERSS), operating through the Dial-112 platform, has replaced a host of legacy emergency numbers including 100 (police), 101 (fire), 108 (medical), women safety (181), child safety (1098) and disaster management (1077). The system, established at the Integrated Command Control Centre (ICCC) in Banjara Hills, uses computer-based dispatch technology for quick and coordinated response across departments. The system ensured real-time communication with field personnel, ensuring quick intervention and continuous monitoring by emergency control roof staff. The emergency support framework is designed to be accessible through multiple channels, including voice calls, SMS, email, SOS panic button, and ERSS web portal.
The Hindu
29-05-2025
- Climate
- The Hindu
TGiCCC and IMD join forces to bolster monsoon preparedness in Hyderabad
In a move to enhance the city's monsoon preparedness and integrate meteorological intelligence into the city's emergency management ecosystem, a coordination meeting was held at the Telangana Integrated Command and Control Centre (TGiCCC), here on Thursday. The session was chaired by TGiCCC Director and former IPS officer V.B. Kamalasan Reddy and brought together key stakeholders, including officials from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). The focus of the meeting was to integrate meteorological intelligence into the city's emergency management ecosystem. Discussions were held on syncing IMD data with systems already in place at TGiCCC, such as the Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS), Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR), Public Addressing Systems, and Variable Message Display Boards. Head of the IMD Hyderabad centre K. Nagaratna and her team presented an in-depth overview of the department's forecasting systems. She detailed the various forecasting models, from nowcast to long-range predictions, and pushed the use of cutting-edge tools such as Doppler weather radar imaging, satellite data, numerical weather models, and GIS-based special imaging. A technical review of the surveillance infrastructure, especially the types and specifications of cameras in use, was also conducted, aimed at ensuring full operational efficiency during heavy rains. The panel revisited rainfall patterns over the last 10 years and examined trends linked to both extreme precipitation events and temperature fluctuations, including cold and heat waves. The need for timely dissemination of alerts via multiple channels, notably the SACHET mobile application, was strongly emphasised to keep both officials and the public informed. The meeting concluded with a call for a multi-departmental, tech-enabled response plan backed by robust meteorological data that is critical to navigating the challenges of the monsoon season in Hyderabad.
