Hyderabad Flood Alert: DGP C.V. Anand, HYDRAA Chief A.V. Ranganath Inspects Uppal Waterlogging Point, Order Immediate Action
DGP C.V. Anand, HYDRAA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath and senior officials inspected the Uppal Ring Road waterlogging point and ordered immediate flood mitigation and monsoon preparedness measures.
Hyderabad: A high-level team of officials led by Government Advisor Sudarshan Reddy inspected a major waterlogging point near Uppal Ring Road in view of recurring flood and inundation issues during the monsoon season. The team included Telangana Director General of Police (DGP) C.V. Anand, IPS, HYDRAA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath, IPS, and other senior officials. During the inspection, officials ordered the immediate removal of silt and garbage obstructing water flow and directed departments to take coordinated action to prevent flooding and ensure public safety.
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High-Level Team Inspects Uppal Ring Road Waterlogging Point
The inspection was conducted under the leadership of Government Advisor Sudarshan Reddy at the waterlogging point near Uppal Ring Road.
Senior officials who participated in the review included:
- Telangana DGP C.V. Anand, IPS
- HYDRAA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath, IPS
- Malkajgiri Police Commissioner Sumathi, IPS
- Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation Commissioner Vinay Krishna Reddy, IAS
- Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) Managing Director Ashok Reddy, IAS
- Malkajgiri Zonal Commissioner Sanchit Gangwar, IAS
- Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation Chief Engineer Ashok Reddy
- HMWSSB Executive Director Pankaja
- Uppal Zonal Commissioner Radhika Gupta
- Other senior officials
Officials Order Immediate Removal of Silt and Garbage
During the inspection, officials directed concerned departments to immediately remove:
- Silt obstructing water flow
- Garbage blocking drainage channels
The directions were issued to ensure smooth water movement and reduce the risk of waterlogging during heavy rains.
Special Measures Planned for Flood-Prone Areas
The high-level team instructed officials to take special measures in areas that frequently face inundation problems.
Officials were asked to identify vulnerable locations and implement preventive measures to reduce flooding during the rainy season.
Focus on Lake Inlets, Outlets and Nala Maintenance
Senior officials directed departments to pay special attention to:
- Maintenance of lake inlets
- Maintenance of lake outlets
- Upkeep of nalas and drainage channels
The review emphasized the importance of maintaining water bodies and drainage infrastructure to ensure proper flow of rainwater.
Departments Asked to Work in Coordination
Officials instructed that flood mitigation efforts should be carried out through coordination among:
- Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB)
- HYDRAA
- Municipal authorities
- Police Department
- Revenue Department
The departments were directed to work together to address flooding issues effectively.
24-Hour Monitoring Ordered in Flood-Prone Areas
The high-level team ordered continuous 24-hour monitoring in inundation-prone areas.
Officials were instructed to maintain constant surveillance and respond quickly to any emerging flood-related situation during the monsoon season.
DGP C.V. Anand Stresses Public Safety
During the review, DGP C.V. Anand emphasized that the safety of the public must be given the highest priority.
He directed officials to take all necessary precautionary measures to ensure that residents do not face difficulties during the rainy season.
Permanent Solutions for Hyderabad Flooding Issues
Senior officials also directed departments to accelerate efforts aimed at finding permanent solutions to recurring flood and waterlogging problems in Hyderabad.
The review focused on long-term flood management and monsoon preparedness measures across vulnerable areas.
Monsoon Preparedness Reviewed on Ground
The inspection served as a field-level review of monsoon preparedness.
Officials assessed existing conditions at the Uppal Ring Road waterlogging point and discussed measures required to prevent inconvenience to the public during the rainy season.
A high-level team led by Government Advisor Sudarshan Reddy, along with DGP C.V. Anand, IPS, HYDRAA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath, IPS, and other senior officials, inspected the waterlogging point near Uppal Ring Road in Hyderabad. The team ordered immediate removal of silt and garbage obstructing water flow, directed special measures in flood-prone areas, called for coordinated action among departments, ordered 24-hour monitoring, and emphasized permanent solutions to recurring flood and inundation problems while prioritizing public safety.
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