Hyderabad: Lenskart, a leading eyewear brand globally, is set to establish a massive eyewear manufacturing facility in the state. This facility, which will be one of the largest and most advanced in the world, is planned at the Non-SEZ General Park in Tukkuguda, on the outskirts of Hyderabad.

The project involves an investment of Rs 1,500 crores and is expected to create direct and indirect employment opportunities for approximately 1,600 people.

The facility will utilize cutting-edge technology to produce eyewear and related products, setting new standards for quality and innovation in the eyewear manufacturing sector, the firm said.

The products manufactured here will not only cater to the Indian market but will also be exported globally, further expanding Lenskart’s international reach.

Currently, Lenskart exports its products to several countries, including Japan, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and others. The establishment of this mega plant is expected to further expand Lenskart’s global presence.

MoU signed last year

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Lenskart Solutions Private Limited and the Government of Telangana on December 8 last year. As part of this agreement, IT and Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu is scheduled to lay the foundation stone for the project.

This initiative is seen as a milestone in India’s manufacturing sector and is expected to enhance Telangana’s reputation as a hub for advanced manufacturing.

The facility will play a crucial role in setting new benchmarks for quality and innovation in eyewear production. It will also contribute significantly to the state’s economic growth and international trade.

Lenskart already operates an advanced manufacturing unit in Rajasthan.

The new facility in Telangana is expected to be completed within two years and will reach full production capacity within four years.

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Hyderabad: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) is gearing up to launch its new regional offices in the Banjara Hills area, near Begumpet Railway Station in Hyderabad. The inauguration ceremony is scheduled to take place on Thursday, March 6, with Union minister of Labour and Employment, Mansukh Mandaviya, and Minister of Mines, G Kishan Reddy, set to officiate the event.

Following the inauguration, the ministers will virtually launch the EPFO regional office building in Naroda, Gujarat, and perform the ground-breaking ceremony for a residential project in Gurgaon, Haryana.

This expansion is part of EPFO’s efforts to enhance services for its growing number of account holders and employers.

The new Banjara Hills regional office will complement existing facilities in Barkatpura, Kukatpally, Madhapur, and Patancheru, providing more accessible services to the region.

Additionally, there are possibilities that IT offices may fall under the Banjara Hills regional jurisdiction.

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Hyderabad: The Telangana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (TGRERA) ruled against the builder of the Padmasreekar Icon project in Gajularamaram, Medchal-Malkajgiri, following complaints by flat owners, including Rach Naveen Kumar. In its March 1 order, TGRERA directed the builder to pay a penalty of Rs 4.5 lakh and rectify defects in the flats within 60 days.

The complaints centered on the builder’s failure to deliver promised amenities such as a play area, gym, and multi-purpose hall, which were advertised but not provided.

Additionally, essential services like a Manjeera water connection were not made available despite commitments.

Flat owners had paid Rs 3 lakh each for amenities and were informed they would need to contribute Rs 5,000–Rs 10,000 for the water connection. However, the builder later denied this obligation.

In response, the builder claimed that buyers were fully aware of the agreement terms at the time of purchase. After reviewing evidence, TGRERA found the builder in violation of contractual obligations and ordered corrective action.

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Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has issued a show cause notice to Venkata Praneeth Developers regarding their project, Praneeth Pranav Knightwoods, in Patancheru.

The notice was prompted by complaints from local landowners and farmers about illegal construction activities.

Upon inspection, GHMC officials found that the developers had encroached three meters into the nala (stormwater drain) and an additional nine meters into the nala buffer zone.

This violated urban planning regulations, as the required distance from the nala for construction is 24 meters, but only 12 meters were maintained.

Despite receiving the notice, Venkata Praneeth Developers failed to provide an adequate response, raising concerns about their compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

On March 1, GHMC reiterated its demands in a speaking order, emphasizing the need for immediate corrective action.

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Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Wednesday, March 5 sought details regarding Supreme Court guidelines for Backward Classes (BC) quota in local bodies.

A bench comprising chief justice Sujoy Paul and justice Renuka Yarahear a public interest litigation (PIL) regarding the delay in local body elections in the State, sought to know from Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Department, the guidelines issued by the Supreme Court on March 4, 2021, with regard to BC reservations in local bodies.

The bench also sought details of the dedicated commission for backward classes constituted based on the Supreme Court judgement and report, if any, submitted to the government by the commission.

A practicing advocate who filed the PIL, complained about non-conduct of elections to the local bodies in Telangana. The petitioner brought to the court’s notice that the PIL was filed in 2023, complaining about the pending vacancies then.

However, despite the completion of the term of all local bodies, no steps were taken to conduct elections, said the petitioner.

The High Court seeking detailed report on the findings of the dedicated commission, adjourned the matter by two weeks for further hearing.

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Hyderabad: Two persons were arrested on Wednesday, March 5 for the murder of a man in Hyderabad’s Bandlaguda on March 4.

The victim, identified as Masiddin, a veterinary doctor, had visited his third wife, Shabana, on Tuesday. In the evening, the doctor was found murdered in the house.

According to the police, “The assailants had tied Masiuddin’s hands and legs before slitting his throat with a knife. After ensuring he had died, they fled away from the place.”

The case came to light when Masiuddin did not respond to phone calls.

The doctor’s relatives searched for him, upon reaching the house in Bandlaguda, they found the victim’s car parked outside. They broke open the door and found Masiuddin dead.

Following a complaint by Masiuddin’s relatives, Shabana, who is the doctor’s third wife and her son Sameer were taken into custody.

Another accused, Fareed, who aided the mother and son is on the run.

Man murdered in Bandlaguda

The deceased Masiuddin, 57, a resident of Banjara Hills, frequently came to the house of his third wife Shabana located at Crystal colony, Bandlaguda.

On Tuesday afternoon, Masiuddin came to Crystal colony when his wife Shabana, son Sameer and a friend of Sameer tied the hands and legs of Masiuddin with a chunni. Then afterwards Sameer and his friend slit the throat of Masiuddin with a knife.

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Hyderabad: The Supreme Court has directed the Telangana government to produce the original records related to a land dispute involving 102 acres of forest land in Survey Number 201/1, located in Kalan village under Saheb Nagar, Hyderabad.

The land is claimed by the heirs of Nawab Mir Yousuf Ali Khan, Salar Jung III, who served as the Prime Minister during the 7th Nizam, Mir Osman Ali Khan’s reign.

The dispute began when the Forest Settlement Officer issued orders to transfer the land to the heirs of Salar Jung-3, prompting the Telangana government to challenge these orders in court.

The case was initially heard by the Telangana High Court, which ruled in favor of the heirs. However, the state government appealed this decision in the Supreme Court.

A bench comprising Justices Pankaj Mithal and SV Bhatti heard the appeal and ordered the state government to submit the original records related to the claim petition filed by the heirs.

The court expressed concern over the incomplete material presented and noted that decisions cannot be made without thorough documentation.

The state government’s Additional Solicitor General, Aishwarya Bhati, requested time to present arguments and assured the court that all relevant details would be provided. The hearing has been adjourned until April 8.

In a related development, the court also noted that the claim petition, which was only a page and a half long, led to a 70-page order from the High Court.

The judges questioned whether state governments sometimes attempt to obtain approval through such incomplete submissions.

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Hyderabad: The private schools in Telangana have proposed a fee hike of 15 percent annually and guidelines for handling fee defaulters.

In the meeting convened by the School Education Department officials, the Telangana Recognised School Managements Association (TRSMA) put forward the proposals.

Telangana private schools need to seek approval for fee hike above 15 pc

As per the proposals by the TRSMA, schools should seek approval from the fee regulation committee if they need to increase fees beyond 15 percent.

The president of the association, Sadula Madhusudhan, also agreed that there must be fee regulation to ensure that none of the schools in Telangana exploit students and parents.

Honorary president of TRSMA, S Sreenivas Reddy, claimed that every year, 10-20 percent of students in budget private schools default on fees. He further said that recommendations from political leaders and government officials for fee concessions are another concern for schools.

Categorisation of fee structures

The TRSMA further suggested categorisation of the fee structure in private schools in Telangana. It proposed separate slabs for pre-primary, primary, upper primary, and high school.

Moreover, it sought exemption from fee regulations for budget private schools that charge less than Rs 55,000 per annum.

For many years, parents of school students have been demanding fee regulation in the state as many educational institutions increase fees significantly every year.

It remains to be seen how the government will bring relief to parents of school students who are burdened by hefty fees.

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Hyderabad: Residents of Hyderabad, Secunderabad, and surrounding areas are facing severe difficulties due to the prolonged delay in water supply department works. Despite the deadlines passing long ago, the projects remain incomplete, causing major inconvenience to the public.

Abdul Rawoof, a resident of Musheerabad, alleges that repeated complaints to officials about unfinished work and dug-up roads have gone unanswered. Allegations of collusion between contractors and officials suggest that negligence is being ignored, leaving residents frustrated. In many areas, development work has been pending for over six months, yet no action has been taken against those responsible.

He alleges that the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) and other departments have failed to hold contractors accountable, further delaying the projects. Even elected representatives, who had promised speedy completion, appear unable to enforce their instructions.

The lack of action raises concerns about why officials and contractors continue to ignore directives, leaving residents to suffer due to poor planning and execution.

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Hyderabad: The officials of Drugs Control Administration (DCA) Telangana on Wednesday raided the premises of a medical distributor in Sultan Bazar, Hyderabad.

During the raid, they found stocks of vaccines and injections stored at room temperature instead of under refrigeration.

Acted on credible information

The officials raided the medical distributor, Sri Nandini Pharma, based on credible information.

It was found that stocks of tetanus vaccine and oxytocin injections were stored at room temperature on racks along with other general drugs.

As per the officials, these medicines must be stored in a refrigerator at 2-8 degrees Celsius to maintain their stability and efficacy.

Stocks seized from medical distributor in Sultan Bazar

During the raid, the officials seized stocks containing two varieties of medicines worth Rs. 10,000.

The raid was carried out by T. Rajamouli, Assistant Director, Hyderabad, and V. Ajay, Drugs Inspector, Goshamahal, along with other officers.

Mithinti Srinivas, Proprietor of Sri Nandini Pharma, was present during the raid.

Following the raid at the medical distributor in Sultan Bazar, the officials said that further investigation would be carried out, and action would be taken as per the law against all offenders.

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Hyderabad: The Corporate Innovation Conclave 2025 (CIC’25) will take place at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC) on March 7 (Friday).

Organized by T-Hub, CIC’25 aims to promote corporate-startup collaborations and drive business growth through innovation. The inaugural edition will bring together 300+ corporate leaders (CXOs, VPs, Directors), 100+ revenue-generating startups, and 100+ ecosystem partners, including venture capitalists, mentors, and academic experts.

The event will feature panel discussions, key partnership announcements, corporate innovation programs, and the Corporate Innovation Awards.

Key speakers and dignitaries include Telangana IT and Industries Minister Sridhar Babu Duddila, BVR Mohan Reddy (Founder Chairman & Board Director, Cyient), Rohit Chennamaneni (Co-founder, Darwinbox), and Sunil Reddy (Managing Director, Dodla Dairy).

Senior executives from major companies such as Maruti Suzuki, Broadridge, RNTBCI, JLR, Apollo Tyres, Hero MotoCorp, Deloitte, Carrier Global, Denso, Royal Enfield, HSBC, Kotak Bank, Standard Chartered, GMR, Qualcomm, Bosch, Decathlon, Vedanta, RPG, and various Global Capability Centers (GCCs) will also participate.

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Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) is set to take strict action against those violating sanitation norms, with the launch of a mobile app for imposing fines. Those caught littering, dumping waste into nalas, throwing debris in open spaces or water bodies, or failing to maintain proper waste disposal systems will face heavy penalties.

Officials have warned that fines will range from Rs.100 to Rs.10,000, depending on the offense. Vehicles used for illegal debris dumping will be seized, in addition to penalties. Public urination and improper garbage disposal on roads will also attract fines.

This new system will ensure real-time monitoring, as GHMC officials will capture photos, upload violation details, and collect fines digitally. The corporation has also announced that sanitation violations will now be tracked online, just like traffic fines.

Builders and commercial establishments must comply with waste disposal regulations, as GHMC’s sanitation wing will work with the town planning department to crack down on offenders. Construction and demolition waste must be disposed of through GHMC’s official channels, with a tipping fee of Rs.405 to Rs.435 per tonne.

GHMC has warned citizens to follow sanitation rules or face strict legal action and hefty fines.

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Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Assets Protection Agency (HYDRAA) commissioner AV Ranganath assured on Thursday, March 6 that lake development in Hyderabad will face no obstacles. He urged corporate entities and affluent residents to contribute through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds to accelerate lake conservation efforts.

During HYDRAA Commissioner’s Ranganath visit to Khajaguda Big Tank in Nanakramguda and Ibrahimbagh Tank in Neknampur, representatives from NSL Infra and Divyashri Infra mentioned challenges affecting Khajaguda Lake’s development.

Addressing concerns, Ranganath directed irrigation officials to undertake canal diversion work to prevent sewage contamination.

At Ibrahimbagh Tank, he noted that recent encroachments had been cleared and emphasized swift action for lake restoration. Officials and residents informed him that floodwater from Hyderabad’s Durgam Cheruvu, Khajaguda Cheruvu, Malkam Cheruvu, and Filmnagar Lake flows into Ibrahimbagh, worsening pollution due to rising residential areas.

Further, locals raised concerns over sewage inflow, unpleasant odors, and mosquito infestations, requesting immediate diversion measures.

The Commissioner discussed possible interventions for the 88-acre lake, instructing irrigation officials to redirect sewage drains and consider setting up Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs). He also suggested tourism development around the lake, seeking collaboration from the tourism development organization.

HYDRAA begins work to restore 6 lakes across Hyderabad

Earlier, HYDRAA launched an ambitious project to rejuvenate several lakes across Hyderabad.

This initiative focuses on restoring vital water bodies such as Bum-Rukn-ud-Daula in Shivrampally, Thammidi Kunta in Madhapur, Sunnam Cheruvu in Guttala Begumpet, Nalla Cheruvu in Kukatpally, and Nalla/Pedda Cheruvu in Uppal. The overarching goals of this project are to improve groundwater levels, prevent urban flooding, and enhance the overall environment of Hyderabad.

Funding for the restoration efforts is being provided by the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA).

3D development model prepared for Nalla Cheruvu

HYDRAA has set a target to complete the revival of all six lakes by June. A 3D development model has been prepared for Nalla Cheruvu in Uppal, showcasing its transformation post-restoration.

Commissioner AV Ranganath emphasized that this project is not only about reviving lakes but also about ensuring the long-term preservation of Hyderabad’s crucial water resources.

The agency’s broader vision includes expanding its reach to cover 50 percent of Telangana’s population by 2050 and establishing a new police station along with increasing its Disaster Response Force (DRF) teams.

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Hyderabad: Residents of Suman Housing Colony in Secunderabad’s West Marredpally have been facing hygiene issues for the last two years due to a blame game over repairs of sewage overflow between the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) and the Secunderabad Cantonment Board (SCB) authorities. The impasse has led to unhygienic conditions in the colony for the past two years.

On March 4, a major protest was held over the issue in which over 80 residents of the Suman Housing Colony took to the streets. Speaking to Siasat.com, president of the Suman Colony residents welfare association, Prakash Rao said, “The issue has been persistent for a very long time. When the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) constructed the 2 BHK houses in the nearby area, they connected the sewerage pipeline to that of ours.”

He said that the sewerage pipeline of the colony is small and has burst several times after being connected to the 2 BHK lane.

“This has caused overflow of sewage for the last two years. We have had to construct a speed breaker in order to stop the flow of sewage into our gated community,” said the joint secretary of the welfare society, Mahatma Rao Gundu.

In a strong message to the authorities, the Colony residents put up a massive board at the entrance that read “Maisamma Temple to Agra Sweet House Main road, West Marredpally, drainage problem – public suffering for last 2 years, officers please take action immediately” in bold letters.

Residents stated that they had written to the GHMC and the HMWSSB but to no avail.

Protest forces officials to respond

Following the recent protest, local MLA Sri Ganesh and officials of the GHMC, HMWSSB and SCB rushed to the spot.

A resident of the colony in the Secunderabad Cantonment, Prem Kumar, expressed concern over the hazardous impact the sewage could have on the people of the locality, especially children. “Several letters have been written to the GHMC and HMWSSB over the years. However, there is no work done to address the issue,” he said.

Another protestor who requested anonymity said, “The protest was done with the police permission, yet the police personnel tried to stop us. This is a persistent issue and we are demanding a solution to it.”

Siasat.com accessed several letters sent by the residents to the authorities, including three recent appeals addressed to the Secunderabad Cantonment Board (SCB) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Madhukar Naik.

However, the problem remains unresolved as officials continue to pass the buck. The GHMC has denied any responsibility, stating that the matter falls solely between the HMWSSB and the SCB.

HMWSSB, SCB footballing responsibility for Secunderabad colony’s sewage overflow

While residents of the Secunderabad colony are facing issues with the sewage, the HMWSSB and SCB authorities indulged in a blame game in terms of jurisdiction. “Areas under the GHMC where the 2BHK apartments have been constructed, the sewerage line has been connected to the small pipeline of ours which is not proper. In this regard, we have written to the HMWSSB,” said Madhukar Naik, CEO of the SCB.

On the other hand, officials from the water board have denied responsibility, stating that it isn’t under their jurisdiction. “This area is under the jurisdiction of Cantonment, MLA Sri Ganesh had asked Cantonment authorities to take up the work. We were at the location for the inspection.”

Amidst this footballing of responsibility, the authorities display apathy towards the issues of the residents of the Secunderabad colony who continue to suffer for the past two years.

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Hyderabad: A fake call centre defrauding US citizens was busted by the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) during a raid at a Madhapur building on Wednesday evening, March 5.

During the raid, police seized 52 laptops, 63 mobile phones, and 27 employee ID cards.

According to reports, the scam was orchestrated by Kaivan Patel and Rupesh Kumar alias Jaddhu from Gujarat, with assistance from Rupesh’s Dubai-based brother, Vickey, and another associate, Azad. The prime suspect, Chanda Manasvini (36), had set up Exito Solutions and rented a floor in the building to run the fraudulent operation.

The call centre, employing 63 people including 40 from Northeastern states, offered a monthly salary of Rs 30,000 along with transportation and accommodation. Tele-callers impersonated PayPal representatives, falsely informing US citizens of unauthorized transactions and tricking them into revealing sensitive data.

Hyderabad call centre duped 600 daily, transferred funds via crypto

The stolen funds were funneled into designated accounts, converted into cryptocurrency, and transferred to digital wallets. Each employee at the call centre in Hyderabad was tasked with duping at least 10 victims daily, targeting 600 people on average and stealing thousands of dollars.

Officials suspect insiders provided PayPal customer data to Chanda Manasvini to facilitate the fraud.

An official stated, “All tele-callers were fluent in English, trained to manipulate victims, and fully aware that their actions were illegal.”

A case has been registered and efforts are underway to apprehend the accused, Rupesh Kumar.

Further investigation is ongoing.

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Hyderabad: Parts of Hyderabad will face traffic restrictions for 60 days starting Thursday, March 6, as authorities replace a damaged PSC pipeline in Jeedimetla and nearby areas.

The Cyberabad traffic police have issued an advisory urging motorists to use alternative routes to ease congestion. However, commuters should prepare for temporary traffic diversions and slow-moving vehicles in the area.

Traffic diversions

Due to the construction, commuters and residents may experience significant delays. In order to minimize traffic congestion in Hyderabad, authorities have introduced alternative routes:

• Subash Nagar to Bahadurpally-Gandimaisamma: Vehicles will be diverted via Sai Kanta Junction, Jeedimetla Industrial Area, and Suraram.
• Gandimaisamma to Subash Nagar: Traffic will take a detour through JETL Kaman, Industrial Area, and Sai Kanta.
• Subash Nagar to Balanagar: Commuters will be redirected via Sai Kanta Junction, Sai Darshini Hotel, Chinthal, and IDPL.

• Balanagar to Subash Nagar: Vehicles will take a U-turn at Sana Bawarchi Hotel, passing through Adarsh Bank Lane and Sai Kanta.

The affected areas stretch extends from Sri Sai Weigh Bridge to Ranga Bhujanga Theatre, Shapurnagar, under Jeedimetla Traffic police station limits.

Google to boost Hyderabad traffic management with AI tech

Hyderabad is set to benefit from cutting-edge traffic management solutions as Google India collaborates with the Telangana government to improve the city’s road systems. 

A high-level delegation from Google visited the Telangana State Police Integrated Command and Control Center (TGICCC) to explore ways to enhance traffic operations using Google’s advanced technology.  

Google and Hyderabad Police explored integrating live Google Maps data for real-time traffic updates, automating signals based on vehicle flow, improving patrol vehicle tracking, and using drone surveillance to monitor congestion.

Google’s experts also proposed cloud-based solutions for better data storage and AI-powered tools for faster CCTV footage retrieval. 

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Hyderabad: Four individuals have been arrested on Thursday, March 6, for allegedly being involved in the fake allotment letters for double-bedroom houses under the Telangana government’s 2BHK Dignity Housing scheme. The police seized fake documents, rubber stamps, and Rs 1 lakh in cash.

The accused has been identified as M Jyothi,49, P Sunil Singh, 43, G Ramesh,43, and L Nitin Kumar,23.

According to reports, the prime accused Jyothi and Sunil Singh posed as social workers to gain public trust. They lured victims by offering assistance in obtaining official documents such as caste and income certificates. With the help of Ramesh and Nitin Kumar, they gathered Aadhaar details and photographs of prospective applicants, convincing them of their ability to secure double-bedroom houses.

Further, the accused used fake rubber stamps from government offices, including the revenue division office and chief reception officer. More than 200 forged allotment letters were issued, falsely claiming housing allocations in Hi-Tech City, Tatti Annaram, and Kollur.

Police investigations revealed that the accused Jyothi had been involved in a similar scam in 2020, with a case registered against her at Jubilee Hills police station.

Acting on a tip-off, Hyderabad police arrested the accused.

A case has been registered at Chatrinaka police station under sections 420 (cheating), 468 (forgery), 471 (using forged documents), and 472 (making counterfeit seals) of IPC.

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Hyderabad: The Telangana Mineral Development Corporation Limited (TGMDCL) on Thursday, March 6, launched a helpline to register grievances against sand loading in the state.

Citizens can report issues by calling the toll-free number 155242, which is functional 24/7 days a year to accept grievances.

Each grievance is assigned a unique internal tracking number and addressed by the NMDC. If the issue falls under the jurisdiction of another department, it is forwarded to the relevant district or department officials for resolution.

Complaints can be registered related to any TGMDCL operations. “TGMDCL officials review grievances daily and take necessary action based on the nature of the complaint. This number is also available on the TGMDCL-SSMMS website, allowing citizens to easily access and file grievances,” said a press release.

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Hyderabad: Telangana cabinet has approved the draft SC Categorisation Bill which will be tabled in the assembly. The decision was taken after the cabinet meeting which was held on Thursday, March 6.

Chief minister A Revanth Reddy has reportedly directed the officials to ensure that the Bill was fool-proof and didn’t end up in legal disputes.

Apart from this Bill, discussion on introducing the BC reservations Bill in the assembly was also being discussed, the decision on which was yet to be announced.

Apart from these, discussion on how to counter Andhra Pradesh’s moves on the sharing of river waters was also being discussed, according to sources.

(More details will be added).

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Hyderabad: The Rail over Bridge (RoB) Falaknuma will be completed within a month and it will be thrown open for public, said Mohd Mubeen, AIMIM Bahadurpura MLA.

The MLA along with the local corporators inspected and reviewed the ongoing works on the RoB late in the night. “To facilitate the construction of the bridge on the railway tracks, a few trains were cancelled or diverted from midnight to early morning hours. The works are going at a brisk pace and engineers told us it will be completed within a month,” Mohd Mubeen told Siasat.com.

The town planning department of GHMC had completed its work on both sides of the railway tracks, and the South Central Railway had to complete the part of the bridge on the railway tracks. The SCR contractor started the work on railway tracks a fortnight ago.

After the RoB works on the railway tracks are completed, the GHMC will lay a road on the bridge and it will be opened to the public, said the MLA.

AIMIM pushes for completion

In the first week of December, AIMIM president and Hyderabad MP, Asaduddin Owaisi raised the issue of incomplete Falaknuma and Shastripuram rail over bridges (RoB) during the discussion about the Railway Amendment Bill, 2024 in the Lok Sabha.

Asaduddin Owaisi described that the time taken for the RoB construction would break world records. “In my constituency, the Falaknuma RoB and the Shastripuram RoB will break the Guinness Book of (World) Records. For four years, madam, it has been pending.

Two parallel RoB were planned across the railway tracks at Falaknuma after a portion of the bridge got damaged due to heavy rains in 2020. The old bridge was renovated and opened for the public while construction of a new parallel bridge is in progress since 2022.

The traffic volume increased manifold on the Falaknuma – Barkas road in the last some years due to urbanization of the hilly terrains of Shaheennagar, Errakunta, Bandlaguda, Pahadishareef and surroundings.

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