Hyderabad, June 15: Posted at 1:25 AM IST
A day after Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy expressed strong displeasure over recurring waterlogging and monsoon preparedness issues, multiple civic and law enforcement agencies launched a coordinated field inspection across vulnerable flood-prone locations in the city.
A high-level joint team comprising officials from HYDRAA, Hyderabad Traffic Police, Law & Order Police, and the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) conducted an extensive inspection of major waterlogging points in Rajendranagar and Shamshabad on Monday to assess preparedness for the ongoing monsoon season.
The inspection was led by A.V. Ranganath, IPS, Commissioner of HYDRAA, along with D. Joel Davis, IPS, Joint Commissioner of Traffic, Hyderabad, Rahul Hegde, IPS, DCP Traffic-III, B. Rajesh, DCP Shamshabad Zone, and Srinivasa Reddy, Zonal Commissioner, Rajendranagar Zone, GHMC.
The team inspected several locations known for severe water accumulation during heavy rainfall, including the Ramdev Baba Waterlogging Point and areas near Pillar No. 265 and Pillar No. 191 on the PVNR Expressway.
During the field visit, officials reviewed the condition of stormwater drainage infrastructure, assessed water discharge capacities, and examined rainwater flow patterns. Senior officers issued immediate instructions to engineering and field teams to prevent flooding and ensure uninterrupted traffic movement during periods of intense rainfall.
Comprehensive Monsoon Action Plan
To strengthen the city’s flood management response, officials finalized a series of measures aimed at reducing waterlogging and minimizing inconvenience to commuters.
GHMC and HYDRAA teams were directed to complete desiltation work and remove accumulated plastic waste, debris, and other obstructions from drainage channels and catch pits. Authorities also decided to permanently deploy high-capacity dewatering pumps at critical locations such as Ramdev Baba and selected PVNR Expressway pillars to quickly remove stagnant water during heavy downpours.
Traffic Police officials announced the deployment of dedicated monsoon emergency teams that will manage diversions, issue public advisories, and remove stranded vehicles using heavy cranes to prevent traffic congestion.
To improve emergency response, HYDRAA, GHMC monsoon squads, and Traffic Police personnel will operate through a coordinated 24×7 monitoring system, supported by real-time wireless communication to track water levels and respond swiftly to emergencies.
Officials also ordered the repair of damaged gratings and reinforcement of safety barriers around major stormwater drains to prevent accidents during the rainy season.
Public Safety Top Priority
Senior officials emphasized that public safety and uninterrupted traffic movement remain the government’s top priorities. They assured citizens that all concerned departments are working in close coordination to tackle any challenges arising from heavy rainfall and urban flooding.
The inspection comes amid heightened focus on monsoon preparedness following Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s recent warning to officials over lapses in civic management and flood mitigation measures in Hyderabad.
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