Hyderabad: HYDRAA rolls out pilot micro-catchment project in Ameerpet, SR Nagar to prevent flooding
Ameerpet and SR Nagar were left inundated and traffic thrown into chaos during the recent spell of rains in Hyderabad
By Sistla Dakshina Murthy
Hyderabad: Chief minister Revanth Reddy along with HYDRAA officials inspects the flood affected areas of Ameerpet, SR Nagar
Hyderabad: HYDRAA has rolled out a pilot micro-catchment project in Ameerpet and SR Nagar following Chief Minister A Revanth Reddyās directive for a comprehensive flood prevention plan.
Recently, Ameerpet and SR Nagar were left inundated and traffic thrown into chaos during the recent spell of rains. The move is aimed at ending the recurring inundation problem through a blend of short, medium, and long-term strategies.
Target: Permanent flood solutions
According to HYDRAA officials, the agency plans to go beyond quick fixes and implement structural measures to ensure lasting relief. The western zone, from Vengalrao Nagar to Ameerpet, will serve as a model, with learnings replicated citywide.
Past interventions, including the revival of six city lakes, have already reduced waterlogging in surrounding areas. Officials now plan to adapt these successful measures for other flood-prone localities.
CMās surprise inspection sparks action
During an unannounced visit to SR Nagar on Sunday, the Chief Minister reviewed flood-prone pockets and tasked HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath to prepare a detailed micro-catchment plan for the area.
The project will be implemented in coordination with the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) and the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewage Board (HMWSSB).
Systemic flaws worsening flood impact
For years, monsoon rains have submerged several neighbourhoods, with agencies resorting to merely diverting water from one spot to another instead of eliminating the problem.
Faulty engineering, poor drainage design, and stormwater channels built against natural gradients have worsened flooding, even in moderate rainfall. Ameerpet and SR Nagar have emerged as prime examples of this long-standing civic challenge, the HYDRAA officials said.
Upstream-to-Downstream survey planned
HYDRAA will conduct a detailed hydrological study covering rainfall patterns, water flow routes, flood-prone points, and stagnation zones.
The survey will also assess stormwater drains, lake and pond infrastructure, inletāoutlet efficiency, and gate management, especially in lakes now converted into parks. Private consultants may be roped in for advanced technical solutions, the officials added.
