46 complaints filed on Hydraa Prajavani over encroachments and environmental concerns

Residents of Hyderabad have raised concerns over encroachments on lakes, drains, government lands, and public spaces, emphasizing that protecting these areas is essential for the city’s environmental health. They noted that safeguarding the interconnected network of lakes and drains is crucial to preventing floods and ensuring a sustainable urban environment.

Through the public grievance platform, Hydraa Prajavani, citizens have appealed to the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) to develop parks on vacant government land and protect existing lakes. Residents also suggested fencing smaller government plots within residential areas to provide green spaces and improve air quality.

Among the complaints, locals requested protection and development of government land near Turk Lake in Nizampet and highlighted encroachments on parkland in Venkata Reddy Colony, Chinnacherlapalli, Kapra Mandal, Medchal District. A total of 46 complaints were submitted on Monday. GHMC Commissioner A.V. Ranganath has reviewed the submissions and directed concerned officials to take necessary action.

In Medchal-Malkajgiri District, residents of Kondlakoya village reported that government land allocated for a court building, traffic police station, and sub-registrar office has been converted into a dumping ground. Municipal waste disposal in the area is causing health hazards, polluting groundwater, and creating foul odors. Residents demanded that the land be preserved for public use and a healthier environment.

Homeowners in Ramantapur claimed that some plots in the 1958 village panchayat layout are submerged due to lake expansion. They said compensation promised during lake bund construction has not yet been provided.

In Kurumulaguda Jannaram Colony, Rangareddy District, residents complained that spaces allocated for parking near Rajiv Gruha Kalpa blocks have been encroached upon by shops and additional rooms, disrupting parking and traffic. They requested immediate clearance.

Locals in Nizampet - Turk Lake reported that three government plots under the lake are being encroached upon by large construction companies. They urged the development of these 10 plots into small parks for community use.

Citizens in Ameenpur highlighted encroachments along the flood channel connecting Ameenpur Lake to Bandam Kommu Lake, where real estate developments have blocked water flow, increasing flood risk. They called for on-site inspections and removal of the encroachments.

Residents emphasized that protecting public spaces and water bodies is essential not only for greenery but also for flood prevention, clean water, and the overall well-being of the city.