Citizens demand immediate repair of damaged free-left turn at Nanal Nagar Junction

Hyderabad: Residents are facing significant inconvenience due to the damaged free-left turn at the Nanal Nagar junction, located on the route from Mehdipatnam towards Nanal Nagar. The damaged road, plagued by a large pothole, is causing slow-moving traffic and sudden jerks for commuters, increasing the risk of minor accidents. Drivers unfamiliar with the issue are particularly vulnerable, leading to calls for immediate action.

Concerned citizen Ekambra Nath (@Ekambranath) raised the issue on X (formerly Twitter), urging the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) to address the problem. He wrote, “@GHMCOnline The free-left turn at Nanal Nagar junction (from Mehdipatnam towards Nanal Nagar) is damaged, causing slow traffic. Please request the concerned engineering department to arrange immediate filling with BT. @CommissionrGHMC.”

The GHMC’s official handle responded quickly, expressing regret for the inconvenience and confirming that the engineering team has been informed to inspect the site and take appropriate action. “Dear Citizen, inconvenience regretted. The area engineering team is informed to inspect the site and update the status on the above issue. @DC_12Mpatnam @Banothlalsingh3,” the GHMC tweeted.

Residents are now awaiting swift action to resolve the issue and prevent further traffic disruptions and accidents.

For other water and sewerage-related concerns in Hyderabad, residents can contact the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) at 155313 or 040-23300114, or reach out through social media platforms. The GHMC can also be contacted via their official handle on X (@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.