Hyderabad RTA and Traffic Police conducted surprise inspections targeting long-distance private buses, seizing several for safety violations including blocked emergency exits, expired fire extinguishers, lack of emergency hammers, and invalid permits. Officers warned strict action will continue in coming weeks.
Superintendent of Police Dr Janaki Sharmila said that the sand was being mined at 17 reaches and the mineral was illegally stored at 35 places across the district