Relief for Gajularamaram Residents as HYDRAA Assures Safety of Homes, Orders Alternate Sites for Pragathi Nagar Vendors
HYDRAA assures protection of poor families’ homes at Gajularamaram Survey No. 307 and orders alternative sites for vendors near Pragathi Nagar Cheruvu during a field inspection.
The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Assets Protection Agency (HYDRAA) have assured residents living on government land at Survey No. 307 in Gajularamaram village that their homes will not be demolished. HYDRAA Commissioner A V Ranganath personally inspected the area and said that poor families already residing there will be protected, while remaining government land will be secured.
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HYDRAA Commissioner Interacts With Survey No. 307 Residents
The inspection took place in Gajularamaram, under Quthbullapur mandal of Medchal–Malkajgiri district, after rumours created fear among residents living in Survey No. 307. The Commissioner spoke directly with families and urged them not to panic or believe rumours.
He made it clear that:
- Existing poor families will not be evicted
- HYDRAA will protect government land without disturbing residents
- No new house construction will be allowed in the area
- Anyone misusing HYDRAA’s name for cheating should report directly to the HYDRAA office
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Fence to Protect Government Land, Poor Houses to Be Spared
Officials said a protective fence will be constructed, clearly excluding existing poor households, to prevent further encroachment on government land in Gajularamaram. HYDRAA reiterated that nowhere in the city will poor people’s homes be removed under its operations.
Pragathi Nagar Lake: Alternative Space for Small Vendors
During the same visit, the HYDRAA Commissioner reviewed the situation at Pragathi Nagar (Ambir Cheruvu). He instructed officials to identify and allot alternative locations for small vendors operating on both sides of the road passing through the lake area.
Key directions included:
- Relocate vendors only after showing alternative sites
- Ensure vendors can continue their livelihoods smoothly
- Protect the lake from pollution and encroachment
Steps Taken to Protect Pragathi Nagar Cheruvu
HYDRAA officials said action is being taken following complaints received through HYDRAA Prajavani. So far:
- About 150 lorries of garbage have been removed from the lake surroundings
- Local residents complained about fish, chicken, and meat waste being dumped into the lake
- The dumping had caused severe foul smell in nearby residential areas
The Commissioner directed local authorities to shift vendors to alternative sites and strictly prevent waste dumping into the lake.
Officials Present During the Inspection
The inspection was attended by HYDRAA Additional Director Varla Papaiah, ACP Umamaheshwar, along with officials from HYDRAA, Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation, Revenue, and Irrigation departments.
With clear assurances at Gajularamaram Survey No. 307 and firm action at Pragathi Nagar Cheruvu, HYDRAA has reiterated its commitment to protect poor families while safeguarding government land and water bodies. The agency has called on citizens to stay alert, avoid rumours, and cooperate in keeping Hyderabad’s assets secure.
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