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The Telangana High Court on Wednesday castigated HYDRAA for demolishing a compound wall at Malkajgiri despite subsisting court orders protecting the landowners’ possession. Justice NV Shravan Kumar questioned whether the agency was running a parallel government and initiated suo motu contempt proceedings against HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath.

The Telangana High Court issued contempt notices to five senior IAS and IPS officers for failing to submit a detailed enquiry report on alleged illegal constructions in and around Salkam Cheruvu, despite earlier court directions. The case was filed by activist Vijay Gopal, and the matter has been adjourned to August 11.

The Telangana High Court found HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath guilty of civil contempt for violating court orders by entering disputed land at Lothukunta. Justice Jukanti Anil Kumar directed the Chief Secretary to remove him from office, stressing that the Rule of Law must prevail over arbitrary actions by officials.

HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath said the contempt cases against him arose from action taken against alleged land encroachers. Responding to the Telangana High Court's observations, he alleged that courts had been misled with false information and reaffirmed his faith in the judiciary.

Justice Jukanti Anil Kumar of the Telangana High Court initially ordered the arrest of HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath in a contempt case but recalled the order after the Advocate General’s request. The case stems from repeated violations of court directions by HYDRAA over land at Lothukunta.

The Telangana High Court observed that HYDRAA cannot act beyond powers granted under law or enter private property without authority. While disposing of contempt cases, the Court directed the agency not to interfere with a petitioner's land and stressed adherence to legal limits.

Justice NV Shravan Kumar of the Telangana High Court cautioned HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath that continued disregard of judicial directions could affect his career. The Court expressed displeasure over his failure to appear in a contempt case linked to a Suraram land dispute.

The Ministry of Home Affairs has forwarded a complaint against HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath to the Telangana Chief Secretary for necessary action. A copy of the communication, relating to a grievance filed by Aedla Sudhaker Reddy, was circulated on social media.

Hydraa has installed 900 CCTV cameras around lakes in Hyderabad to prevent encroachments and illegal soil dumping. The surveillance system is connected to the Hydraa office and the Telangana Integrated Command and Control Centre for round-the-clock monitoring and quicker violation alerts.

The Telangana High Court issued contempt notices to HMDA Commissioner and other officials after a petition alleged illegal demolitions in Ameenpur mandal despite prior court orders restraining interference.

HYDRAA has announced a four-week suspension of its Prajavani grievance programme to clear pending complaints. The initiative will resume on June 8, with urgent cases directed to the Commissioner’s office.

HYDRAA officials removed encroachments in a venture at Pati Ghanpur village after plot owners raised complaints during a grievance day. Commissioner AV Ranganath inspected the site and ordered action, bringing relief to owners affected by alleged illegal occupation using fake documents

Residents across Hyderabad voiced concerns during HYDRAA’s first phone-in programme, reporting sewage mixing into lakes, foul odour, mosquito menace, and sleepless nights. Complaints also included road encroachments in Dundigal Municipality and illegal occupation of government land in Attapur.

HYDRAA has announced a weekly phone-in programme for residents within the Outer Ring Road (ORR) area to lodge civic complaints. Starting this Saturday, the programme will run every week from 12 pm to 1 pm.

HYDRAA officials in Sangareddy have removed encroachments on Mellacheruvu lake in Tellapur municipality and erected fencing to prevent future violations. The action followed citizen complaints and a visit by Commissioner AV Ranganath.

HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath has asked BHEL not to obstruct the beautification of Rayasamudram Cheruvu, stating that lakes are public assets. He said development works would proceed without demolishing houses or inconveniencing the public.

HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath criticised the lack of coordination among GHMC, Water Board, Irrigation Department, Raheja Mindspace, and Ramky company for the foul smell emanating from Durgam Cheruvu. He convened a meeting with organisations responsible for safeguarding the lake.

The personal security officer of the HYDRAA Commissioner allegedly attempted suicide by shooting himself with his service pistol at his Hayathnagar residence in Hyderabad. Police said the officer was depressed due to financial losses linked to betting and gaming apps.

Hyderabad Disaster Management and Asset Protection Agency (Hydraa) will use drones to monitor and prevent illegal encroachments on government lands. Authorities are reclaiming occupied lands, erecting fences and notices, and cracking down on illegal sheds and rental activities

The Telangana High Court strongly criticised Hydraa Commissioner AV Ranganath in the Bathukamma Kunta dispute, warning of a non-bailable warrant if he skips the December 5 hearing. In a separate case, the court halted Hydraa’s Sunnam Cheruvu works for violating norms