Charminar streets littered with trash during Ramadan month; Citizens seek cleanliness

Hyderabad: During the Ramadan month, Muslims in Hyderabad are facing significant inconvenience due to the increasing amount of trash on the streets around Charminar. Devotees visiting the historic Makkah Masjid for prayers, as well as tourists and locals in the area, have expressed concern about the sanitation issues, especially after early morning prayers.

A recent post by the ‘X,’ previously known as Twitter handle @PeopleHyderabad highlighted the situation, stating, “Morning scenes after Fajr @ #Charminar Today, make sure the streets are clean @GHMCOnline thank you.” The post also tagged Telangana Chief Minister Office, and Commissioner of GHMC, drawing attention to the issue.

Morning scenes after Fajr @ #Charminar
Todayy, make sure the streets are clean @GHMCOnline thank you.@asadowaisi @TelanganaCMO @CommissionrGHMC @DeccanChronicle @ntdailyonline pic.twitter.com/xiFMZqE0T7

— 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗱 (@PeopleHyderabad) March 28, 2025

In response, the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) acknowledged the problem and assured the public that the sanitation team had been alerted. “Dear Citizen, we regret the inconvenience. The area sanitation team has been informed to ensure regular sweeping visits to maintain a clean environment. @Amoh9charminar @DC_Charminar9,” GHMC Online replied.

Charminar, one of the busiest and most iconic landmarks in Hyderabad, attracts large crowds, particularly during Ramadan. The area's night bazaar is popular for its vibrant atmosphere and special food offerings, including the renowned Haleem. However, the heavy footfall, combined with street-side vendors, has led to trash accumulating on the roads.

The Makkah Masjid, located near Charminar, is the largest mosque in Hyderabad and serves as a central place of worship for the local Muslim community. It has a capacity of 10,000 worshippers and plays a significant role in Ramadan prayers, especially during the early morning and evening hours.

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is a time for fasting, prayer, and reflection. Muslims worldwide observe fasting from dawn to sunset and spend their nights in prayer and Quranic study. The community also gathers for iftar, the meal that breaks the fast at sunset, often held in public spaces like Charminar, contributing to the crowds and the challenge of maintaining cleanliness.

With Ramadan continuing, citizens and local authorities are hopeful that the sanitation issues around Charminar will be addressed promptly.