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Hyderabad Launches ‘Margadarshak Program’ to Strengthen Support for Victims of Abuse

Hyderabad is set to witness the launch of the Margadarshak Program, a dedicated volunteer-driven initiative aimed at supporting individuals facing domestic violence, harassment, and online abuse.

The program focuses on building a strong, trained network of volunteers who will offer guidance, emotional support, and connect survivors with essential resources—ensuring that no one has to face abuse alone.

The initiative is being promoted with the support and involvement of Hyderabad City Police, Bharosa Hyderabad Police, Telangana State Police, Hyderabad Traffic Police, SHE TEAM Women Safety Wing Telangana State Police, and the Cyberabad Security Council, under the leadership and encouragement of V.C. Sajjanar, IPS.

Residents of Hyderabad are encouraged to volunteer and become part of this meaningful effort to create a safer, more compassionate community.

🔗 Join as a volunteer: https://forms.gle/yrEftmgYZ84HnYHC8

Be a Margadarshak. Be the guiding light.

Sanofi Expands Hyderabad GCC, Adds Nearly 2,000 Jobs in India

French pharmaceutical giant Sanofi is deepening its commitment to India with a major expansion of its Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad. The company plans to add nearly 2,000 new jobs, increasing total headcount at the centre from over 2,600 employees to more than 4,500 professionals.

The expansion reflects Sanofi’s long-term strategy to strengthen its global operations by leveraging India’s growing pool of high-skilled talent in research, technology, and digital innovation.

Significant Investment to Support Growth

The expansion will be backed by a multi-hundred-million-dollar investment, though the company has not specified an exact hiring timeline. This move builds on Sanofi’s 2024 commitment to invest €400 million (approximately $474.6 million) in its India GCC operations by the end of the decade.

The investment signals a shift toward scaling high-value functions in India, positioning the Hyderabad centre as a critical part of Sanofi’s global ecosystem.

Focus on Innovation and Advanced Capabilities

The additional roles will span across several strategic domains, including:

  • Research & Development (R&D)
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Data Innovation and Analytics
  • Medical Affairs
  • Commercial Capabilities
  • Corporate Functions

This indicates that Sanofi’s Hyderabad centre is evolving beyond traditional support services into a global innovation hub that contributes directly to enterprise-wide strategy and transformation.

India’s Growing GCC Ecosystem

Sanofi’s expansion comes at a time when India’s Global Capability Centre ecosystem is witnessing rapid growth. According to Anarock:

  • India hosts more than 1,700 GCCs
  • These centres employ over 1.9 million professionals
  • The GCC market could grow to $105–110 billion by 2030
  • The number of centres may exceed 2,400 by the end of the decade

What were once considered cost-efficient back-office operations have now transformed into innovation-led centres driving digital transformation, R&D, finance, and global operations.

Hyderabad: A Strategic Pharma Hub

Hyderabad has increasingly become a focal point for global life sciences and technology companies. The announcement precedes the city’s flagship biotechnology conference, BioAsia, where global pharmaceutical leaders such as Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk, Merck, and Sanofi are expected to discuss research expansion and India’s pharmaceutical growth trajectory.

The timing further underscores Hyderabad’s growing importance in global healthcare innovation.

A Strategic Shift in Global Operations

For Sanofi, the Hyderabad GCC is emerging as a cornerstone of its global strategy. As pharmaceutical companies rebalance supply chains and invest heavily in digital capabilities, India’s skilled workforce and strong ecosystem make it a preferred destination for long-term investment.

This expansion not only strengthens Sanofi’s operational capabilities but also reinforces India’s position as a global hub for advanced research, AI, and pharmaceutical innovation.

Haleem Season Begins in Hyderabad, Restaurants Expect 35% Sales Growth This Ramzan

As the holy month of Ramzan approaches, Hyderabad is once again witnessing the much-awaited return of its iconic seasonal delicacy — haleem. Across the city, restaurants have begun serving the slow-cooked, richly spiced dish, drawing eager food lovers even before the official start of the fasting month.

Haleem, synonymous with Ramzan in Hyderabad, has become more than just a dish — it is a culinary tradition that unites families and friends during evening iftar gatherings. With early demand already picking up pace, several outlets are reporting encouraging footfall.

Leading the surge is Paradise Food Court Private Limited, which is optimistic about strong sales this season. According to Robinder Singh of the company, each Paradise outlet typically sells between 1,000 and 1,200 units of haleem per day on Ramzan weekends. This year, the company expects to match or even surpass those figures, projecting a 35% growth in sales driven by robust early demand.

Restaurateurs across the city are ramping up preparations, increasing production capacity and staffing to meet the anticipated rush. With banners and promotional boards already visible in several neighborhoods, the haleem season in Hyderabad has officially begun, setting the stage for another bustling and flavorful Ramzan.

Vi Foundation and Vodafone Intelligence Solutions Celebrate e-Vidya Impact in Hyderabad

Vi Foundation, the CSR arm of Vodafone Idea, in collaboration with Vodafone Intelligence Solutions (VOIS), hosted the 21st Century Learning Fest: e-Vidya for Brighter Futures at Government High School Jama-E-Osmania, Hyderabad.

The event brought together students, teachers and principals from 30 Government and Government-aided schools to celebrate the transformative impact of the e-Vidya initiative, a program focused on strengthening government school ecosystems through digital learning tools, modern teaching methodologies and experiential learning practices.

The fest showcased how e-Vidya has enhanced classroom engagement, strengthened teaching practices and boosted students’ confidence, aspirations and holistic development. Students and educators shared first-hand experiences of how technology-enabled classrooms are shaping future-ready learning environments.

The programme featured a guided tour of e-Vidya classrooms, followed by keynote addresses from Shri B. Praveen Kumar, Advisor – TRAI Regional Office, along with Hyderabad District Education Officer Mrs. R. Rohini and Deputy Education Officer Mr. K. Shravan Kumar. Cultural performances and student testimonials further highlighted the program’s meaningful impact.

Students were felicitated for achievements in innovation, academics, sports, arts and culture. Exhibitions included STEM models, robotics projects, hands-on mathematics demonstrations and digital storytelling aligned with 21st-century skills. Teachers also presented best practices in experiential and student-centric methodologies, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.

By integrating interactive exhibitions, live demonstrations and a dedicated career guidance zone, the event reinforced Vi Foundation’s commitment to building model schools and nurturing a future-ready generation through technology-driven empowerment.

Telangana Government Reorganises GHMC into Three Municipal Corporations

Hyderabad:
In a major administrative restructuring, the Telangana government on Wednesday (February 11, 2026) announced the division of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) into three separate municipal corporations. The decision was formalised through a series of three government orders and came into immediate effect.

Three New Municipal Corporations

Under the reorganisation, areas within the Hyderabad Outer Ring Road will now be governed by three distinct civic bodies:

  • Cyberabad Municipal Corporation:
    Comprising the Serilingampally, Kukatpally, and Qutbullapur zones.
  • Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation:
    Covering the Malkajgiri, Uppal, and L.B. Nagar zones.
  • Restructured Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC):
    Encompassing the remaining areas, including Shamshabad, Rajendranagar, Charminar, Golconda, Khairatabad, and Secunderabad zones.

Appointment of Commissioners

Through a separate Government Order (G.O.), the state government announced the following appointments:

  • R.V. Karnan will continue as Commissioner of the restructured GHMC.
  • G. Srijana, Additional Commissioner, GHMC, has been transferred and appointed as Commissioner of the Cyberabad Municipal Corporation.
  • T. Vinay Krishna Reddy, Additional Commissioner, GHMC, has been transferred and appointed as Commissioner of the Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation.

Legal Framework and Administration

According to the official notification, each newly constituted municipal corporation will function independently with perpetual succession and a common seal. All three corporations will operate under the provisions of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation Act, 1955.

The reorganisation order was signed by Jayesh Ranjan, Special Chief Secretary to the Metropolitan Area & Urban Development Department. In a related development, Mr. Ranjan has also been appointed as Special Officer for all three municipal corporations, as per a separate government order signed by Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao.

75 Cancer Survivors Create World Record Singing National Anthem in Hyderabad

Hyderabad:
More than 75 cancer survivors created history by setting a World Book of Records (London) record for singing the National Anthem using artificial larynx devices. The rare feat was achieved during Republic Day celebrations at the Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital and Research Institute.

The participants, aged between 24 and 87 years, accomplished the record in their very first attempt. All of them had undergone complete removal of the larynx due to cancer and were rehabilitated using advanced speech techniques.

Dr Chandrashekar, Head of the Department of Head and Neck Surgery at the hospital, told Deccan Chronicle that over the last decade, around 500 patients had undergone laryngeal surgeries, of whom nearly 200 survived. Many of them later formed a Laryngectomy Club to share experiences, motivate fellow patients, and spread awareness through recorded videos.

“Only patients who had their larynx completely removed were invited for this programme, as partial surgery patients can still speak naturally,” Dr Chandrashekar explained. He said the participants were rehabilitated through esophageal speech, tracheo-esophageal puncture, and electro-larynx devices. “Their collective effort led to the creation of this world record,” he added.

Film actor and Hindupur MLA Nandamuri Balakrishna, Chairman of the hospital, unfurled the National Flag on the occasion and interacted with the cancer survivors, appreciating their courage and determination.

The event stood as a powerful symbol of resilience, medical advancement, and the human spirit, inspiring cancer patients and survivors across the country.

Youth for Seva Hyderabad’s Chiguru 2026 Empowers Children Through Service

Hyderabad: Chiguru 2026, organised by Youth for Seva Hyderabad, concluded successfully, marking yet another milestone in the journey of nurturing confidence, creativity, and inclusion among children.

The event was made possible through the dedicated efforts of volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes—from early morning preparations and seamless coordination to ensuring every child felt supported and encouraged on stage. Their commitment transformed the programme into a memorable experience filled with joy, confidence, and a strong sense of belonging for all participants.

Volunteers played a crucial role in managing the event, solving challenges with quiet determination and celebrating each moment with enthusiasm. Their selfless service ensured that Chiguru 2026 was not just an event, but a meaningful platform that empowered children and created lasting memories.

Youth for Seva Hyderabad expressed heartfelt gratitude to all volunteers, acknowledging that the success of Chiguru 2026 truly belongs to each one of them. The organisation reiterated its commitment to service and community-driven initiatives, looking forward to many more editions of Chiguru in the years to come.

Chiguru continues to stand as a symbol of service, smiles, and collective effort—growing stronger with every edition.

GHMC Launches Citywide Special Sanitation Drive

GHMC Launches Citywide Special Sanitation Drive

The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has announced a Special Sanitation Drive across Hyderabad, scheduled from February 3 to February 28, aimed at enhancing city cleanliness and waste management.

As part of the initiative, sanitation activities will be carried out daily in nearly 300 divisions across the city. The drive will focus on the removal of legacy waste, municipal solid waste, construction and demolition (C&D) waste, green waste, and waste generated from engineering and urban biodiversity works.

Focus Areas

Cleaning operations will be implemented in a phase-wise manner at major public and high-footfall locations, including:

  • Flyovers and Foot Over Bridges (FOBs)
  • Roadsides, dividers, and central medians
  • Footpaths and public parks
  • Lakes and nalas
  • Areas surrounding electric transformers and utility poles

Special Measures

Dedicated teams will be deployed to:

  • Clear identified legacy waste dumping sites
  • Remove C&D waste using specialized vehicles
  • Eliminate Garbage Vulnerable Points (GVPs) across the city

In addition to sanitation activities, GHMC will conduct awareness programs involving citizens, schools, and Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs). The drive will also promote e-waste collection, reuse through RRR (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) Centres, and enforce spot fines for littering and open urination to ensure sustained cleanliness.

GHMC officials stated that the initiative aims to create a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable urban environment with active public participation.

HYDRAA Intensifies Fire Safety Inspections Across Hyderabad, Warns of Strict Action

Hyderabad:
The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) has stepped up enforcement of fire safety norms across the city, warning of strict action against establishments violating regulations.

HYDRAA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath has ordered intensified inspections across commercial zones following recent fire incidents. He directed officials to ensure strict compliance with fire safety regulations in both commercial establishments and residential areas.

A coordination meeting was held on Wednesday with officials from the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), the Fire Services Department, and the Electricity Department to streamline enforcement measures.

Inspection teams have been instructed to conduct checks at business complexes, furniture showrooms, textile shops, and other commercial premises. Establishments found violating mandatory fire safety norms will be sealed, the commissioner said.

Power Disconnection for Non-Compliance

Ranganath also ordered the immediate disconnection of electricity supply to non-compliant establishments. Officials were directed to paste notices declaring such premises as lacking mandatory fire safety measures. Inspections will be conducted across all parts of the city without exception.

Public Urged to Report Fire Hazards

The commissioner appealed to citizens to report potential fire hazards to the HYDRAA control room at 9000113667. Residents were asked to share the exact location along with photographs or videos of unsafe conditions. He assured that the identity of informants would be kept confidential.

HYDRAA emphasized that public cooperation is crucial to preventing fire accidents and ensuring public safety across Hyderabad.

Hyderabad Emerges as India’s Tallest City, Surpassing Gurugram, Bengaluru, Noida, Pune, and Kolkata Combined

Hyderabad, January 2026 – Hyderabad has quietly transformed into India’s tallest urban center, outpacing Gurugram, Bengaluru, Noida, Pune, and Kolkata in skyscraper development. Over the past decade, the city has witnessed an unprecedented surge in high-rise residential and commercial towers, reshaping its skyline and redefining urban density in India.

The rapid vertical expansion is largely concentrated along the IT corridor, stretching from Gachibowli to Kokapet and the Financial District. Factors driving this growth include liberal floor space index norms, faster approvals, large land parcels, and sustained demand from IT professionals and investors. Today, luxury towers soaring 40 to 50+ floors dominate the cityscape, a stark contrast to Hyderabad’s traditional image of old bazaars and sprawling low-rise neighborhoods.

Unlike other major metros, Hyderabad’s high-rises are built in cohesive clusters, creating a continuous skyline rather than scattered pockets of development. This approach has allowed the city to expand vertically without severe land fragmentation, giving it a modern, organized aesthetic.

In comparison, Gurugram and Noida, though known for high-rise living, face regulatory hurdles, infrastructure constraints, and disjointed planning, limiting the overall vertical scale of their skylines. Bengaluru, India’s tech capital, continues to grow horizontally due to airport restrictions, strict zoning rules, and civic resistance, resulting in a predominantly mid-rise cityscape. Pune and Kolkata also lag behind in terms of concentrated high-rise development.

Hyderabad’s rise as a vertical city signals a new era in urban planning, emphasizing denser living, modern infrastructure, and luxury real estate. With its towering glass-clad structures, the city now tells a story very different from its historical past — a story of ambition, growth, and the future of urban India.