HYDRAA Wins Public Praise After Landmark Land Reclamation
Hyderabad, Sept 27 (Maxim News): Once facing severe criticism, the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) is now earning widespread public acclaim. Within just 14 months, the agency successfully reclaimed approximately 923 acres of government land valued at around ₹50,000 crore from illegal encroachers, demonstrating its operational effectiveness. Many who initially opposed HYDRA have now expressed appreciation for its work.
Established after the Congress government assumed office, HYDRAA was tasked with protecting Hyderabad’s government lands, lakes, and drainage channels. IPS officer Ranganath was appointed as Commissioner, and the agency began strict action against encroachments. Despite early opposition and allegations of demolishing houses of the poor, HYDRA persevered in its mission. Its interventions have led to visible improvements across the city, particularly in reclaiming public spaces and drainage channels.
A notable success is the restoration of Bathukamma Kunta in Amberpet. Previously overtaken by encroachments, the lake was revived through an investment of over ₹7 crore, completed in just five months. Today, Bathukamma Kunta stands as a scenic waterbody, filled with water and enjoyed by local residents. The agency’s proactive measures have also reduced flooding in low-lying areas during heavy rainfall and improved traffic conditions, earning the gratitude of citizens.
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy highlighted HYDRA as an apolitical system designed to ensure a clean and sustainable Hyderabad. “HYDRA functions beyond politics, with the goal of safeguarding our city’s environment for future generations,” he stated. The agency’s success has sparked calls from other districts in Telangana to establish similar bodies to protect lakes and government lands, reflecting growing confidence in HYDRA’s model of governance.
As Hyderabad witnesses tangible improvements in land management, flood control, and public amenities, HYDRA has transitioned from a controversial body to a symbol of efficient civic administration. (Maxim News)
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