Chandanagar residents fear safety risks from sparking, faulty power lines
Hyderabad: Residents of Vemana Weaker Section Colony in SLP Chandanagar 110 Division are worried about safety due to faulty electricity lines and tree branches that are sparking at night. This has caused fear among the locals, who are concerned about the potential risks to their safety.
The issue was first highlighted by local resident Donthi Karthik Goud on social media, where he tagged the official handles of TGSPDCL and GHMC. In his post, Karthik Goud stated, “Urgent safety concern in Vemana Weaker Section Colony. Tree branches and faulty electricity lines are causing sparks at night, and residents are afraid. Despite alerting the AE, no action has been taken yet.”
In response, TGSPDCL acknowledged the complaint and requested further details, saying, “Dear Consumer, Your grievance has been noted. Please share your USC number and contact details via DM so we can assist you.” Karthik Goud quickly provided the requested information and urged prompt action. TGSPDCL replied, “Your details are noted. We have informed the concerned officer.”
However, Karthik Goud expressed frustration at the lack of immediate response. According to him, the emergency field team contacted him, explaining that the Assistant Engineer (A.E.) was unavailable and suggested the issue be followed up the next day. Karthik Goud raised concerns over the delay, stating, “The situation is very critical. If a solution isn’t provided soon, who will be held responsible if something happens to the local people?”
Along with his posts, Karthik Goud shared a video showing the sparking electrical lines, which he said were causing increasing concern among residents in the area. Local residents are calling for immediate intervention from the authorities to resolve the issue and ensure their safety.
For residents facing issues with water or sewerage services, the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) can be contacted at 155313 or 040-23300114, or through their official social media handles. Additionally, the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) can be reached via their official Twitter handle, @GHMCOnline.
