Ramgopalpet Road turns into swimming pool, leaving residents frustrated

Hyderabad: Residents of Ramgopalpet in the Sanath Nagar constituency are facing significant difficulties due to pooling drainage water on the main road, which has turned the area into a makeshift swimming pool. Locals are now forced to wade through the water, with some placing large stones in the path to avoid getting their feet or clothes wet.

Shopkeepers, especially those running small businesses, and sugarcane juice vendors are most affected, as customers are avoiding the area due to the unpleasant conditions. Those who do visit the shops are finding it difficult to navigate the waterlogged roads.

The drainage problem has escalated to a critical level, with overflowing water running through the main road due to a malfunctioning drainage system. According to the locals, despite complaints lodged with the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB), and local representatives, the issue remains unresolved.

Residents are urging the authorities to address the situation and repair the drainage system promptly.

Residents facing similar issues with water and sewerage problems in Hyderabad can contact HMWSSB through its customer service numbers at 155313 or 040-23300114 or via its social media platforms on X (formerly Twitter).

Additionally, the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) can be contacted for related concerns through 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.