Telangana CM A. Revanth Reddy Promises Housing Solutions Amid Demolitions in Water Body Zones
Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy assured that no impoverished families would be left homeless due to the demolition of illegal structures in Full Tank Level (FTL) and buffer zones around water bodies. This initiative is being implemented by the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRA).
During a review meeting concerning the Musi Riverfront project and the expansion of Hyderabad Metro Rail, Reddy announced the allocation of 2BHK housing units for those impacted by these demolitions within the Outer Ring Road (ORR) limits. He emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring that deserving families are not displaced, promising either double-bedroom homes or alternative rehabilitation options.
“It is essential to gather information on all eligible families residing in the Musi FTL and buffer zones, as well as around other ponds and canals within the ORR,” Reddy stated. He underscored the importance of properly rehabilitating all deserving individuals while prioritizing the conservation of water bodies to mitigate potential losses from natural disasters.
In a proactive approach, the Chief Minister tasked district collectors from Rangareddy, Hyderabad, and Medchal Malkajgiri with forming teams to visit affected households and inform residents about their new housing locations starting Wednesday.
To further protect these areas, Reddy stressed the need for strict monitoring to prevent future encroachments on lakes and canals. As part of this initiative, CCTV cameras will be installed at all city ponds, linked to the police central command control center.
Reddy also directed officials to compile a comprehensive report on Metro Rail connectivity from the airport to Future City and emphasized the urgency of expediting the Old City Metro project. He called for addressing any land acquisition challenges promptly and requested a complete Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the metro expansion route to be submitted to the Central government before the upcoming Dussehra festival.
Through these measures, the Telangana government aims to enhance urban infrastructure while ensuring the protection and rehabilitation of vulnerable communities.
