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HYDRAA files cases after seizing lorries dumping soil in Hyderabad lakes
On Monday night, February 3, 2025, HYDRAA DRF teams conducted a series of midnight operations to prevent illegal dumping of soil in lakes within Hyderabad. Four tipper lorries and a JCB were seized for dumping soil in Undasagar pond under Bandlaguda police station. Another tipper lorry was intercepted for dumping soil in Devulapalli Summer Kunta Lake under Pet Basheerabad police station. HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath stated that special surveillance is being conducted to prevent illegal dumping in ponds and government lands. Cases were filed against the culprits and the seized vehicles were handed over to the respective police stations. During the Prajavani program, which was held until 8 p.m. on Monday, HYDRAA received 71 complaints, mostly related to encroachments on parks and roads. Ranganath directed officials to remove walls built around residential colonies blocking public roads and ensure adherence to approved layout plans. Several complaints regarding illegal constructions and encroachments were also received, including from Abdullahpurmet in Rangareddy district and Ghatkesar Mandal in Medchal-Malkajgiri district.09:42 AM Feb 05, 2025 IST