Chief Secretary Reviews Musi Riverfront Development Phase-I, Calls for Separate Master Plan Between Musa and Eesa Rivers
Chief Secretary J. Shyamala Rao reviewed the Phase-I Musi Riverfront Development Project and proposed a separate master plan for the area between the Musa and Eesa rivers up to Gandhi Sarovar.
Hyderabad: Chief Secretary J. Shyamala Rao visited the Phase-I stretch of the Musi Riverfront Development Project on Thursday and reviewed progress at Osmansagar, the Narsingi STP site, and the Gandhi Sarovar project lands. During the inspection, he held detailed discussions with senior officials on flood mitigation, sewage treatment integration, land development, and infrastructure planning. The Chief Secretary also suggested that MRDCL and HMDA prepare a separate master plan for the area between the Musa and Eesa rivers up to their confluence at Gandhi Sarovar to improve connectivity and support sustainable urban growth.
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Chief Secretary Inspects Phase-I of Musi Riverfront Development Project
The Chief Secretary J. Shyamala Rao inspected the Phase-I stretch of the Musi Riverfront Development Project, covering:
- Osmansagar
- Narsingi STP site
- Gandhi Sarovar project lands
These locations form important components of the State Government’s integrated river rejuvenation and urban resilience programme.
Review Meeting with Senior Officials
During the field visit, the Chief Secretary held detailed discussions with:
- Managing Director, MRDCL
- Joint Managing Director, MRDCL
- Managing Director, HMWSSB
- Senior officials from various line departments
The review focused on:
- Flood mitigation measures
- Sewage treatment integration
- Land development readiness
- Corridor-level infrastructure planning
Focus on Sustainable Riverfront Development
The Chief Secretary provided futuristic and strategic suggestions to ensure:
- Long-term sustainability
- Ecological balance
- Transformative urban impact of the Musi Riverfront Development Project
He emphasized the need for:
- Coordinated execution
- Scientific planning
- Adherence to environmental standards
- Compliance with technical standards
He said these measures are essential to deliver long-term benefits for the people of Hyderabad.
Separate Master Plan Proposed for Musa-Eesa River Stretch
The Chief Secretary suggested that MRDCL and HMDA prepare a separate master plan for the area located between the Musa and Eesa rivers up to their confluence at Gandhi Sarovar.
According to the proposal, the master plan is intended to improve:
- Connectivity
- Sustainable urban growth
- Riverfront development
MRDCL to Accelerate Phase-I Implementation
Officials said MRDCL will incorporate the guidance provided by the Chief Secretary and continue to accelerate implementation across the Phase-I stretch of the Musi Riverfront Development Project.
Chief Secretary J. Shyamala Rao reviewed the Phase-I Musi Riverfront Development Project at Osmansagar, the Narsingi STP site, and the Gandhi Sarovar project lands, holding discussions with officials from MRDCL, HMWSSB, and other departments on flood mitigation, sewage treatment, land development, and infrastructure planning. He also proposed a separate master plan for the area between the Musa and Eesa rivers up to Gandhi Sarovar to strengthen connectivity and promote sustainable urban growth. MRDCL said it will implement the guidance and accelerate work on the Phase-I project.
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