Hyderabad has been experiencing continuous heavy rains. In response to this, AV Ranganath, the Commissioner of the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Monitoring and Protection Agency (HYDRA), visited the low-lying areas of the city on Sunday. His main aim was to monitor the potential risks of flash floods and areas where waterlogging could occur.
Commissioner Ranganath inspected several areas, including Shaikpet, Tolichowki, Gachibowli, Kondapur, Ameerpet, and Begumpet. These areas had experienced significant water accumulation due to the ongoing rains. During his visit, he also reviewed how well the city is prepared to handle the hazardous conditions caused by the heavy downpours.
The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation’s (GHMC) Disaster Response Force (DRF) teams have been working hard to address the issues caused by the rains. They received over 139 complaints related to water stagnation and uprooted trees. The teams managed to clear 105 uprooted trees and addressed 24 water stagnation points. Officials have been instructed to take all necessary measures to prevent any potential accidents or incidents.
