In a bid to address the ongoing issues of urban flooding and drainage problems, Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) Commissioner K. Ilambarithi conducted a thorough inspection of storm water drains in Yakutpura on Wednesday. Accompanied by Yakutpura MLA Jaffer Hussain and local corporators, the Commissioner toured key areas including Rangeeli Khidiki, Hussaini Kothi, Maulana Chilla, Ganga Nagar, and Rein Bazaar.
One of the key issues highlighted during the inspection was the overflow of sewage water in Rangeeli Khidki Street, where residents had raised concerns about the poor drainage conditions. Officials reported that the drain running from Jahangir Nagar to Ganga Nagar, which was initially constructed years ago, had overflowed during the last monsoon, causing severe flooding. The work on the drain, which has been ongoing for three years, remains incomplete. Responding to the issue, Commissioner Ilambarithi directed the concerned agency to expedite the work and assured that there would be no shortage of funds for its completion within the stipulated time frame.
Local residents also expressed concerns about the accumulation of garbage in drains, which led to water stagnation and seepage into their homes. The Commissioner took immediate action by instructing the Zonal Commissioner to clear the garbage without delay.
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In Rein Bazaar, residents raised concerns about rainwater stagnation in the existing box drain, which led to flooding in nearby homes. MLA Jaffer Hussain informed the Commissioner that a proposal worth Rs 1.60 crore had been submitted for the construction of a new box drain in the area. The Commissioner directed engineering officials to submit a detailed report on the project for further consideration.
During his inspection, Commissioner Ilambarithi emphasized the need for a comprehensive Master Plan for Storm Water Drainage Development in Hyderabad. He explained that such a plan would allow for the systematic development, maintenance, and expansion of the city’s drainage system, ultimately reducing urban flooding and integrating existing drains with newly developed areas.
Ilambarithi’s visit and actions come as part of GHMC’s ongoing efforts to improve Hyderabad’s drainage infrastructure and ensure the city is better equipped to handle heavy rains and monsoons. The push for a Master Plan reflects the growing urgency of addressing the city’s drainage challenges, which have caused persistent flooding in several areas.
As the city continues to grow and urbanize, the implementation of a well-structured drainage system has become an essential part of managing Hyderabad’s development in a sustainable and flood-resistant manner.
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