HYDRAA Launches Major Cleanup Drive to Restore Pragathi Nagar Cheruvu in Hyderabad, Locals Join Hands to Protect Lake
HYDRAA launches a major cleanup drive at Pragathi Nagar Cheruvu in Hyderabad, removing waste, installing fencing, and enforcing surveillance with support from local residents.
In a major step towards protecting urban water bodies, HYDRAA has launched an intensive cleanup and protection drive at Pragathi Nagar Cheruvu (Ambir Cheruvu) in Hyderabad. Once known for its pleasant atmosphere and migratory birds, the lake had turned into a dumping yard, causing foul smell and serious pollution. The HYDRAA cleanup drive at Pragathi Nagar Cheruvu aims to restore its original identity and ensure long-term protection.
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Why Pragathi Nagar Cheruvu Needed Immediate Action
Pragathi Nagar Cheruvu, spread across nearly 169 acres, had gradually lost its charm due to uncontrolled dumping of garbage and animal waste.
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Key issues reported:
- Dumping of chicken, meat, and fish waste along the roadside passing through the lake
- Strong foul smell affecting nearby residential areas
- Severe water pollution threatening the lake ecosystem
- Loss of a once peaceful environment for locals and birds
Residents raised repeated complaints, prompting HYDRAA to take swift action.
30 Truckloads of Garbage Removed, More Cleanup Underway
HYDRAA began clearing waste accumulated along the lake bund on Monday.
Current progress of the cleanup drive:
- ✅ 30 truckloads of garbage already removed
- 🚛 Another 30 truckloads expected to be cleared
- ⏳ Entire waste removal to be completed within 1–2 days
Officials confirmed that all dumped waste along both sides of the road connecting Kukatpally and Pragathi Nagar will be removed completely.
Fencing and Surveillance to Prevent Future Dumping
To stop further damage, HYDRAA has decided to implement strict preventive measures.
Planned protection steps include:
- Installation of fencing around the lake
- CCTV cameras for continuous monitoring
- Regular patrolling and surveillance
- Legal action against violators
So far, four vehicles involved in illegal dumping have been caught and cases registered.
Local Residents Join Hands with HYDRAA
The restoration drive has received strong support from local residents and citizen groups, including For a Better Society, who have been campaigning for the lake’s protection.
Community-driven initiatives:
- Shifting meat and chicken shops away from the lake road
- Preventing animal waste dumping near the water body
- Protecting the lake from encroachments
- Promoting a clean and healthy environment
Residents have expressed happiness, saying the area will soon regain its clean and pleasant atmosphere.
Hope for a Cleaner and Greener Pragathi Nagar Cheruvu
With active cooperation from locals and strict enforcement by HYDRAA, Pragathi Nagar Cheruvu is set to witness a positive transformation. Authorities assure that continuous monitoring will ensure the lake remains clean and protected in the future, bringing back its natural beauty and ecological balance.
