Hyderabad Water Crisis Alert: MD Ashok Reddy Urges 20% Water Saving
Hyderabad Water Board MD Ashok Reddy urges citizens to save 20% water amid rising summer demand. Tanker booking and delivery system reviewed.
Hyderabad: Amid rising temperatures and increasing water demand, Ashok Reddy, Managing Director of the Water Board, urged citizens to save at least 20% water and avoid wastage during the summer season.
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The review meeting on summer water management, tanker booking, and delivery system was conducted along with Mayank Mittal and senior officials through a Zoom meeting.
Increased Demand for Water Tankers in Key Areas
During the review, officials highlighted that while overall tanker bookings have not increased drastically compared to last year, certain areas have seen a rise in demand.
Areas with Increased Tanker Bookings
- Manikonda
- Banjara Hills
- Doyens
- Hafeezpet
- Netaji Park
The MD directed officials to:
- Reduce pending tanker requests within two days
- Increase water supply and delivery time efficiency
- Shift supply from low-demand to high-demand filling stations
Steps to Improve Tanker Delivery in Hyderabad
Ashok Reddy instructed officials to take immediate steps:
- Expand night-time tanker supply to reduce backlog
- Provide special allowances for night shift workers
- Ensure commercial supply during night hours
- Aim for tanker delivery within 12 hours of booking
Officials reported that night operations have already helped reduce pending deliveries significantly.
Water Conservation Appeal: Save 20% Water in Hyderabad
Highlighting the Hyderabad summer water crisis, the MD stressed the need for responsible water usage.
Key Advisory for Citizens
- Do not use drinking water for washing vehicles or cleaning surroundings
- Avoid leaving taps open while brushing
- Use bucket instead of shower for bathing
- Fix leakages immediately
- Avoid excess storage and wastage
He emphasized that small changes in daily habits can save large amounts of water.
Officials Participate in Water Management Review
The meeting was attended by senior officials including:
- Regional EDs: Pankaj, Ashok Samrat, Santosh
- Directors (Operations): Vinod Bhargav, Narayana, Srinivasa Reddy
Hyderabad Water Conservation Drive Gains Importance
The Hyderabad water saving advisory and tanker management review comes at a crucial time as the city faces rising temperatures and groundwater depletion.
Ashok Reddy reiterated that water is a precious resource, and every citizen must contribute to conservation.
The Water Board continues to strengthen supply systems, but public cooperation remains essential to overcome summer water challenges.
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