Drainage overflow on Urdu University Road causes hardship for residents, students

Hyderabad: Residents and students have raised concerns over persistent drainage overflow on Urdu University Road in Gachibowli, Hyderabad. The issue is making it difficult for pedestrians, particularly staff from the nearby Bank of Baroda and students of Maulana Azad National Urdu University.

The problem has worsened with the onset of the monsoon, raising fears of potential health hazards due to stagnant water and poor sanitation.

The issue was highlighted on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) by user @Devilnation0, who tagged the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) in a post that read, “@GHMCOnline Drainage is overflowing on Urdu University Rd, making it tough for pedestrians—especially Bank of Baroda staff & Urdu Univ students. With monsoon here, this can cause serious health issues. Kindly take urgent action! #GHMC #HyderabadRains.”

Responding to the post, the official handle of Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) replied, “Good Afternoon sir., Please provide the exact location name, nearest landmark or door number and your contact number to register a complaint.”

Residents are now awaiting action from civic authorities as the situation continues to cause daily inconvenience. Those facing similar drainage or water issues in Hyderabad can contact HMWSSB customer service at 155313 or 040-23300114, or reach out via X. GHMC-related concerns can also be addressed through its official handle @GHMCOnline.

The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) was established on November 1, 1989, and is responsible for managing the city's water supply and sewerage services. The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) oversees Hyderabad, the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Telangana. It is one of the largest municipal corporations in India, serving a population of 7.9 million people across an area of 650 square kilometers.