Clean & Traffic-Free: CM Revanth Reddy’s Bold Blueprint for Hyderabad
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy orders a crackdown on garbage, a shift to treated wastewater, and new infrastructure to make Hyderabad traffic-free.
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has issued a stern directive to municipal officials to overhaul the civic infrastructure of Hyderabad. Aiming to transform the state capital into a clean, well-maintained, and traffic-free city, the Chief Minister has called for a comprehensive approach to waste management, water conservation, and urban mobility.
During a high-level review meeting held at his Jubilee Hills residence on Monday, the Chief Minister scrutinized various civic issues and demanded immediate, visible results in the city's upkeep.
War on Waste: Zero Visibility of Garbage
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy emphasized that garbage should not be visible anywhere in Hyderabad. He instructed officials to implement a rigorous monitoring system for waste collection to ensure the city remains spotless.
- Door-to-Door Collection: Officials informed the CM that daily door-to-door garbage collection is being strictly enforced, with disciplinary action being taken against negligent personnel.
- Construction Debris: The CM called for special arrangements to clear construction waste from the streets.
- Industrial Zones: He suggested close coordination with the Industries wing to streamline waste collection in industrial areas.
Saving Drinking Water via 'Green Tankers'
Expressing deep concern over the wastage of potable water, the Chief Minister ordered a stop to the supply of drinking water for non-potable activities, such as construction and gardening.
Instead, he pushed for the aggressive use of 'Green Tankers', which transport treated wastewater from Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs). These tankers are intended for:
- Construction activities
- Maintenance of city parks
- Landscaping and general gardening
Currently, the Water Board has deployed 28 Green Tankers from 19 STPs in the first phase. CM Reddy has directed officials to expand this service across the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC), and Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation (MMC) limits, adding more tankers as per the demand of different zones.
Tackling the Traffic Nightmare
Addressing the growing frustration of commuters, the Chief Minister reviewed the city's escalating traffic congestion and demanded a comprehensive management plan to ensure smoother vehicle movement.
Infrastructure Solutions for Faster Commutes
To reduce the reliance on prolonged signal waits, the Chief Minister proposed several long-term infrastructure projects:
- Underpasses and Elevated Corridors: These will be constructed at critical traffic junctions to allow uninterrupted flow.
- Signal-Free Systems: Wherever feasible, the CM wants a signal-free traffic system implemented to minimize delays.
- Congestion Mapping: Departments have been tasked with identifying "congestion-prone" locations to apply specific corrective measures.
The review meeting saw the participation of several key figures, including MP Vem Narender Reddy, Chief Minister's Secretary Manik Raj, HMDA Commissioner Sarfaraz Ahmed, and Municipal Commissioner G Srujana, among other senior officials.