Hyderabad Lake Restoration Boost: ₹2.87 Crore Amphibious Excavator Deployed for Hussain Sagar Cleaning
Hyderabad deploys ₹2.87 crore amphibious excavator for lake restoration, including Hussain Sagar cleaning, desilting, dredging, and festival immersion management.
In a major step towards improving urban water bodies, a ₹2.87 crore amphibious excavator has been deployed in Hyderabad for lake restoration, including Hussain Sagar cleaning and desilting works. The advanced machine is expected to significantly enhance efforts to revive polluted lakes across the city.
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The excavator was flagged off by Ponnam Prabhakar along with Danam Nagender, marking a key milestone in the city’s environmental initiatives.
Advanced Machine for Waterlogged Areas
The state-of-the-art amphibious excavator has been specially designed to operate efficiently in:
- Waterlogged zones
- Marshy lands
- Deep and polluted lake areas
It has been deployed near Sanjeevaiah Park along PV Marg for initial operations.
Key Functions of the Amphibious Excavator
The machine will play a vital role in Hyderabad’s lake restoration projects, including:
- Desilting of tank beds
- Dredging operations
- Strengthening of lake bunds
- Removal of aquatic weeds
- Clearing sludge and debris
- Restoration of old and neglected water bodies
Focus on Hussain Sagar and Major Water Bodies
Authorities confirmed that the excavator will be extensively used for:
- Cleaning of Hussain Sagar
- Improving drainage stretches like Kukatpally Nala
- Reviving multiple lakes across Hyderabad
This move is expected to improve water quality and reduce pollution levels.
Support During Festival Immersions
The excavator will also be crucial during major festival activities involving idol immersions, such as:
- Ganesh Chaturthi
- Durga Puja
- Bathukamma
- Chhath Puja
It will help in managing post-immersion cleaning and maintaining water bodies effectively.
Skilled Operation and Maintenance
- Each shift will be handled by trained and semi-skilled operators
- Service engineers will provide technical support when required
- Continuous monitoring will ensure efficient functioning
The deployment of the ₹2.87 crore amphibious excavator for Hyderabad lake restoration, especially for Hussain Sagar cleaning and desilting, marks a significant step towards environmental sustainability. With advanced technology and dedicated operations, the initiative is expected to transform the condition of Hyderabad’s water bodies and ensure better management during festival immersions.
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