Komatireddy Venkat Reddy Alerts R&B Officials Amid Heavy Rains

The Minister made it clear that there would be no weekend relaxation for officials during the ongoing weather situation.

He said all engineers, from senior officers to field-level staff, must remain on duty unless there is an unavoidable emergency.

Komatireddy Venkat Reddy directed officials to identify roads, bridges, and culverts that are prone to flooding and waterlogging and take preventive measures well in advance. He stressed that public safety and smooth movement of traffic must remain the top priority during the monsoon season.

R&B Department Sets Up Statewide Monitoring System
The Minister instructed officials to work in close coordination with the Revenue, Police, Electricity, Irrigation, and other concerned departments to address rain-related emergencies effectively.

He said inter-departmental coordination is essential to minimize disruptions and respond quickly to any developing situation.

He also asked officials to create public awareness and alert residents in vulnerable areas whenever flood risks emerge. In locations where roads suffer damage due to heavy rainfall or flooding, temporary repairs should be carried out immediately to restore connectivity and prevent inconvenience to commuters.

To strengthen monitoring efforts, the Minister ordered the establishment of a dedicated control room at the R&B Department headquarters in Erramanzil, Hyderabad. The control room will track weather-related developments and road conditions across the state on a real-time basis.

Komatireddy Venkat Reddy further directed officials to submit regular reports from all R&B divisions and provide continuous updates on road conditions, flood impacts, emergency repairs, and public safety measures.

The Minister said the department must remain fully prepared to handle any rain-related challenges and ensure that transportation infrastructure remains functional throughout the monsoon period.