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Mega Clean-Up Drive at Mushkin Lake Collects Over 100 Kg of Waste

HYDERABAD: A major clean-up drive at Mushkin Lake in Narsingi brought together environmentalists, volunteers and civic officials on Sunday, October 4, as part of the Gandhi Jayanti weekend. The initiative resulted in the collection of more than 100 kg of solid waste from the lake and its surrounding areas.

The clean-up drive saw the participation of officials from HYDRAA, Cyberabad Municipal Corporation and HMDA, along with local volunteers and environmental groups. The collective effort focused on removing accumulated waste and drawing attention to the importance of protecting Hyderabad’s lakes and natural water bodies.

Clean Lake Programme Focuses on Ecological Conservation

The initiative was conducted under the Clean Lake Programme, inspired by the Swachh Bharat Mission. Organisers said the programme aims to restore the ecological health of lakes, protect local biodiversity and encourage communities to take an active role in environmental conservation.

The drive began at 7 am at Mushkin Lake, with volunteers working across the lake and nearby areas to remove solid waste. More than 100 kg of waste was collected during the campaign, highlighting the need for regular maintenance and responsible waste disposal around water bodies.

Residents Call for Greater Protection of Lakes

Goutham Krishna Reddy, a local resident, said the initiative was aimed at reminding people that lakes are important not only for the environment but also for local water resources and the future of the city.

The organisers also appealed to residents to contribute to keeping Mushkin Lake clean, stressing that protecting natural water bodies requires continuous community participation.

“Let us keep our Mushkin Lake clean! Let us serve nature!” the organisers said.

Community Participation Key to Sustainable Future

The campaign highlighted several benefits of maintaining clean lakes, including better water quality, healthier ecosystems, biodiversity conservation and stronger community involvement.

After the drive, organisers thanked members of the Mushkin Lake Protection Committee, environmental volunteers and Narsingi Circle staff for their support and cooperation.

The initiative reinforced a simple message: clean lakes need collective responsibility. With Hyderabad continuing to grow rapidly, protecting its lakes and water resources will remain essential for a healthier and more sustainable future.

More than 100 kg of waste was collected during a mega clean-up drive at Mushkin Lake, Narsingi. Volunteers, environmentalists and civic officials joined hands to protect the lake, conserve biodiversity and promote a cleaner Hyderabad.

Hyderabad Officials Push for 16 TMC Storage in Singur to Safeguard Next Summer’s Water Supply

Hyderabad: Telangana officials have proposed maintaining at least 16 TMC ft of water in the Singur Reservoir to ensure uninterrupted drinking water supply for Hyderabad during the summer of 2027. The recommendation was made during a high-level review meeting chaired by Special Chief Secretary Jayesh Ranjan, where officials assessed reservoir storage levels, monsoon inflows, and future water demand across Hyderabad and other urban areas.

The meeting was attended by senior officials from the Irrigation Department, Mission Bhagiratha, Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWS&SB), and HYDRAA.

HMWS&SB Managing Director Ashok Reddy informed the meeting that Hyderabad’s drinking water needs could be met through supplies from the Krishna River, Osmansagar, and Himayatsagar reservoirs until the end of June 2027. However, water available from the Manjira and Singur reservoirs, along with existing Godavari supplies, is expected to last only until September 30, 2026, making adequate storage in Singur essential for long-term water security.

Mission Bhagiratha Engineer-in-Chief K. Kripakar Reddy stated that the current water availability in the Singur catchment area would sustain supplies for only around 45 more days under prevailing conditions.

To strengthen the city’s water supply, officials decided to complete four kilometres of pending pipeline work to bring additional Godavari water to Mission Bhagiratha within 40 days. The project, estimated to cost ₹3 crore, is expected to add 40 million gallons per day (MGD) to the existing supply network upon completion.

During the review, officials also directed departments dependent on Singur waters to prepare contingency plans to prevent shortages. Jayesh Ranjan instructed departments to improve groundwater recharge by constructing rainwater harvesting structures near borewells and asked agencies to develop emergency strategies for diverting water from alternative sources if required.

The review reflects the Telangana government’s proactive efforts to strengthen Hyderabad’s water security and ensure reliable drinking water availability despite fluctuating reservoir levels and seasonal challenges.