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Heavy rainfall lashed Hyderabad and neighbouring districts from Friday evening to Saturday morning, bringing relief from hot and humid conditions after a prolonged dry spell. Keesara recorded 112 mm, while Valigonda in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district received 118 mm.
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The HMWSSB will begin supplying treated wastewater for non-potable uses from November 1, prioritising civic bodies, government agencies and public spaces. Green water tankers will serve industrial, construction and gardening needs, with registrations and filling points being arranged.
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Bordeaux Métropole and the Telangana government signed an MoU on lake rejuvenation and water resource conservation at a workshop in Hyderabad. Discussions focused on inter-agency coordination, international best practices and sustainable measures to protect lakes and other water bodies.
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The Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation will lay the foundation stone for a new city bus terminal at Uppal on October 24. Costing Rs 3.20 crore, the terminal will include bus bays, concrete driveways, toilets and passenger shelters.
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Residential Welfare Associations issued a security advisory after suspected Cheddi gang members allegedly broke into a flat in Neknampur. RWAs urged apartment committees to strengthen CCTV coverage, lighting and perimeter patrols and called for increased night police patrolling.
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Hyderabad civic agencies have made extensive arrangements for Ganesh idol immersion on Friday, with designated immersion points, artificial ponds, swimmers and DRF teams deployed across the city. Arrangements are also underway for the immersion of the Khairatabad Ganesh idol.
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The Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation has launched an Aerobin composting initiative to process wet waste without electricity. Following a successful pilot in Peerzadiguda, 80 more composters will be installed across selected locations to promote sustainable waste management and organic manure production
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A severe shortage of Food Safety Officers is affecting inspections of eateries across GHMC, Cyberabad and Malkajgiri limits. Officials say over 4,500 sanctioned posts remain vacant, hampering monitoring of food safety and hygiene despite the rapid growth of restaurants and food businesses.
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The Telangana government has prohibited the dumping of construction and demolition waste in open areas, drains, and public places within GHMC, CMC, and MMC limits. A government order warned that violators will face penal action, stressing strict adherence to C&D Waste Management Rules to prevent environmental damage and urban flooding.
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As part of monsoon preparedness, GHMC, CMC and MMC have identified nearly 1,000 waterlogging hotspots across Hyderabad. Despite annual mitigation efforts and deployment of resources, authorities are yet to find a long-term solution to recurring flooding points.
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The Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation is preparing a comprehensive action plan to prevent sewage pollution, flooding and environmental damage around Gurramguda Reserve Forest. The plan includes new sewerage lines, stormwater drains and infrastructure works linked to Kapra Lake.
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Traffic diversions and road closures linked to the Uppal Elevated Corridor works are causing severe congestion and delays for commuters in Hyderabad. Officials said the diversions could continue for another five to six months as pillar construction progresses on the corridor.
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Empanelled civil contractors have warned GHMC, CMC and MMC officials that they will stop ongoing works if their pending bills are not cleared by March 21. Contractors say they are facing financial strain due to unpaid dues and delays in processing bills.
