Sat Oct 25 13:44:49 UTC 2025: Summary:

The Hyderabad Disaster Response & Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) has removed encroachments from two public spaces in Hyderabad: a 4,300 square yard plot in Kondapur designated for a school and other public utilities, and a 520 square yard park in Machabolarum. In Kondapur, HYDRAA alleges that fake documents were created to divide the plot, and criminal cases have been registered against the layout developer and others involved. The agency acted after receiving complaints through the Prajavani program. In Machabolarum, HYDRAA intervened to prevent the usurpation of a park, securing the land with fencing.

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HYDRAA Recovers Public Lands from Encroachments in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, October 25, 2025: The Hyderabad Disaster Response & Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) has taken decisive action to reclaim public lands in Kondapur and Machabolarum, removing encroachments and securing the areas for their designated purposes.

In Kondapur, HYDRAA targeted a 4,300 square yard plot within the Osmania University Teachers Welfare Society layout in Rajarajeshwari Nagar. The land, originally intended for a school and other public utilities since the layout’s creation in 1978, was allegedly divided into three parts through fraudulent documentation. HYDRAA accuses Kolla Madhava Reddy, who held a development agreement, of colluding with the original developers in the scheme.

“We received no response from the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation despite repeated complaints,” stated a representative from the colony. Frustrated residents finally turned to HYDRAA through the Prajavani program. After thorough investigation, HYDRAA confirmed the encroachment and swiftly moved to reclaim the land, installing fencing and signboards. Criminal cases have been filed against the layout developer, Pochaiah, Mr. Madhava Reddy, and his son.

In a separate operation, HYDRAA also secured a 520 square yard park in Sri Sai Surya Colony, Machabolarum, Alwal mandal. Residents alerted HYDRAA to attempts by individuals to seize the designated park area and prevent its development. HYDRAA responded by fencing the land, ensuring its preservation as a public green space.

“HYDRAA is committed to protecting public assets and preventing their illegal usurpation,” a HYDRAA spokesperson said. “We encourage citizens to report any suspected encroachments to ensure these vital spaces remain accessible to the community.”

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