Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has transferred 172 Sub-Inspectors (SIs) to various police stations across the twin cities on administrative grounds with immediate effect.
📌 Officers from several police stations and units, including Gopalapuram, Cyber Crimes, SHE Teams, Task Force, Special Branch, and Traffic Police, have been reassigned as part of the large-scale reshuffle.
📍 The transferred officers have been instructed to be relieved immediately and report to their new postings without delay.
The move is aimed at strengthening administration and enhancing operational efficiency across the Hyderabad Police Commissionerate.
Construction progress is essential for Hyderabad’s growth—but what happens when infrastructure upgrades temporarily disrupt the communities they’re meant to serve? The ongoing Uppal–Narapally Elevated Corridor works are a critical step toward decongesting the Hyderabad–Warangal highway. Yet, as reported by The Hindu, the current traffic diversions are creating real challenges for residents in eastern Hyderabad: 🔹 Commute Times Doubled: A once 5-minute drive between Uppal and Boduppal now takes 15+ minutes 🔹 Residential Lanes Overloaded: Colony roads like Raghavendra Colony, Laxma Reddy Colony & Beerappagadda—never designed for heavy traffic—are now major diversion routes 🔹 Parking Crisis: Rushed commuters parking along narrow bylanes, blocking access for residents and emergency vehicles 🔹 Unexpected Peak Hours: Congestion now starts as early as 6 AM, disrupting school drops, deliveries, and daily routines 👮 Official Perspective: Uppal Traffic Inspector G. Nagaraju notes that the three-way diversion system has successfully prevented large-scale bottlenecks on the main carriageway. The preferred route via Survey of India road now handles 50–60% of diverted traffic. However, he also highlights a growing issue: commuters taking wrong-side shortcuts to “save time,” inadvertently creating new choke points. 💡 The Bigger Conversation: This isn’t just about Hyderabad—it’s a universal urban planning dilemma: ✅ How do we balance long-term infrastructure gains with short-term community disruption? ✅ Can real-time traffic management and better signage reduce “shortcut” behavior? ✅ Should temporary parking solutions or shuttle services be introduced for affected colonies? ✅ How can navigation apps like Google Maps be calibrated to avoid overloading residential zones? 🗣️ Residents’ Voice: “Even at 10:30 PM, the road remains packed. Evening hours are the worst—we’re spending an extra 10–15 minutes daily just navigating our own neighborhood.” — Narotham Reddy, local business owner 🌟 A Path Forward: Temporary pain for long-term gain is a fair trade—but only if communication, mitigation, and empathy are prioritized. Could Hyderabad pilot: 🔸 Dynamic diversion updates via SMS/app alerts 🔸 Temporary one-way systems in affected colonies during peak hours 🔸 Community liaison officers to address hyperlocal concerns in real-time 🔸 Incentivized off-peak travel for commuters using the corridor?
In a powerful testament to compassion, courage, and the enduring impact of selfless giving, the family of a 69-year-old man from Kadapa has donated his organs under Telangana’s Jeevandan initiative—granting a second chance at life to three patients in Hyderabad.
This act of humanity not only honors the memory of Chinnaramappa Gari Chenna Keshava Reddy but also reinforces Telangana’s growing leadership in promoting deceased organ donation across India.
🩺 The Journey: From Tragedy to Hope
📅 Timeline of Events
May 12, 2026: Chenna Keshava Reddy is admitted to a hospital with severe headache, repeated vomiting, and sudden loss of speech.
Days Later: His condition worsens; he is transferred from a private hospital in Ananthapur to a tertiary care center in Hyderabad.
May 20, 2026: Despite intensive medical care, he is declared brain dead by a panel of expert doctors.
💙 The Family’s Courageous Decision
In the midst of profound grief, Reddy’s son, Pavan Kumar Reddy, made a life-affirming choice: to donate his father’s liver and corneas.
“My father always believed in helping others. If his organs can give someone else a chance to live, to see, to hope—that is the greatest tribute we can offer.” — Pavan Kumar Reddy
🌟 The Impact: Three Lives Transformed
Thanks to this generous donation:
✅ One patient received a life-saving liver transplant, offering relief from end-stage liver disease. ✅ Two patients regained the gift of sight through corneal transplants, ending years of visual impairment.
Each recipient now carries forward a piece of Reddy’s legacy—a reminder that even in loss, love can multiply.
🏥 Jeevandan: Telangana’s Lifesaving Initiative
The donation was facilitated through Jeevandan, Telangana’s flagship organ and tissue donation program, which coordinates:
🔹 24/7 organ retrieval and transplantation networks 🔹 Counseling support for grieving families 🔹 Transparent allocation systems aligned with national guidelines 🔹 Public awareness campaigns to normalize conversations about organ donation
📊 2026 Milestone: With this donation, Telangana has recorded 79 deceased organ donations this year—a testament to growing public trust and systemic efficiency.
🗣️ Why Organ Donation Matters
For Recipients
🫀 A second chance at life, health, and meaningful relationships
👁️ Restoration of independence and quality of life
💪 Reduced dependence on long-term medical support
For Donor Families
🕊️ Meaningful closure during an unimaginably difficult time
🌱 The comfort of knowing a loved one’s legacy lives on
🤝 Connection to a community of hope and healing
For Society
📈 Strengthened healthcare infrastructure and ethical frameworks
🌍 Progress toward eliminating organ transplant waiting lists
💫 Cultural shift toward empathy, solidarity, and collective responsibility
❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Organ Donation
Q: Who can donate organs?
A: Almost anyone, regardless of age or medical history. Final eligibility is determined by medical professionals at the time of donation.
Q: Does organ donation affect funeral arrangements?
A: No. The donation process is conducted with utmost respect, and open-casket funerals remain possible.
Q: How do I register as an organ donor in Telangana?
A:
Visit the Jeevandan Telangana portal
Register via the NOTTO (National Organ & Tissue Transplant Organisation) website
Carry a donor card or indicate your wish on your driver’s license/Aadhaar
Q: Can families override a registered donor’s wishes?
A: In India, family consent is still sought at the time of donation. That’s why discussing your wishes with loved ones is critically important.
🙏 How You Can Help
✅ Talk about organ donation with your family—today. ✅ Register as a donor through official channels. ✅ Share stories like Reddy’s to inspire others. ✅ Support Jeevandan and similar initiatives through awareness or volunteering.
“Death ends a life, not a relationship.” In choosing to donate, Chenna Keshava Reddy’s family ensured that his love, generosity, and spirit continue to ripple through the lives of others.
The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is set to begin soon in Hyderabad and other districts of Telangana. Citizens are advised to understand the mapping rules and document checklist in advance to ensure their names are correctly included in the voter list.
Every elector needs to complete the following two essential steps before the exercise begins:
Check their name in the current electoral roll.
Check their or their relatives’ names in the 2002 SIR list.
Step 1: Check Current Electoral Roll
Enumeration forms are distributed only to those who are in the current electoral roll. Citizens can check their names on the Election Commission of India (ECI) website.
Name not found? Fill FORM 6 on the ECI website to register as a new voter.
Name found but details incorrect? Fill FORM 8 to correct the information.
Step 2: Understanding Mapping Rules for SIR in Hyderabad
During the SIR, every citizen will be able to find a place in the electoral roll either through mapping or by submitting documents.
Voter mapping is possible if their name or their relatives’ names are available in the 2002 SIR list.
Allowed Relatives for Mapping (6 in total):
Type
Relationship
Direct
Father, Mother
Maternal
Maternal grandfather, Maternal grandmother
Paternal
Paternal grandfather, Paternal grandmother
✅ If a voter is successfully linked through mapping with any of these 6 relatives, NO documents will be needed at this stage.
Those who remain unlinked will receive notices later in the SIR process and must submit proof from a prescribed document list.
Document Checklist by Birth Year
The documentation required depends on the voter’s date of birth:
Birth Date Range
Documents Required
Born before July 1, 1987
Proof for self only
Born between July 1, 1987 and December 2, 2004
Proof for self + one parent
Born after December 2, 2004
Proof for self + both parents
Accepted Documents (Partial List):
Government identity cards or pension orders
Certificates issued before July 1, 1987 by public authorities or banks
Permanent residence certificates, forest rights documents
Caste certificates, family registers, NRC records (where applicable)
Government land or housing allotment papers
Note: For Aadhaar, separate Election Commission directions will apply.
Logical Discrepancies That Trigger Notices
Even after successful family mapping, voters may receive SIR notices in the following cases:
For Mapping with Parents:
❌ Age gap between voter and parent is less than 15 years
❌ Age gap between voter and parent is more than 50 years
For Mapping with Maternal/Paternal Grandparents:
❌ Age gap between voter and grandparent is less than 40 years
❌ More than 6 persons mapped with a single person listed in the 2002 SIR list
What to do if you receive a notice? Voters just need to prove the relationship with the elector in the 2002 SIR list. You can submit any document (not necessarily from ECI-listed documents) to prove the relationship.
How to Respond to Logical Discrepancy Notices
Mapping Type
Documents Needed
Mapped with parents
Any document mentioning both voter’s name AND father/mother’s name
Mapped with maternal grandparents
Voter’s document with mother’s name + Mother’s document with her father/mother’s name
Mapped with paternal grandparents
Voter’s document with father’s name + Father’s document with his father/mother’s name
Key Takeaway
As citizens in Telangana may be asked to prove their relationship with voters in the 2002 SIR list in case of logical discrepancies, family mapping needs to be done carefully and only with the allowed relatives.
This morning I was at the flag-off of the Yuva Bharat Run 2026 — a mass fitness run aimed at getting citizens, particularly young people, to take health seriously. Not as a resolution, not as a trend, but as a habit.
Who Was There The flag-off brought together former Vice-President M. Venkaiah Naidu, Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, IT & Electronics Minister Duddilla Sridhar Babu, and organizer Kishan Reddy Gangapuram. It’s not every day you see that kind of gathering at a community run — and the turnout from participants matched the energy on stage.
What Kishan Reddy Said His message was straightforward: a country can’t develop on paper alone. The people have to be well. Kishan Reddy made the point that physical fitness isn’t just personal ambition — it feeds directly into what a working, productive, progressing nation looks like. If the Viksit Bharat vision means anything at the ground level, it starts with people who are healthy enough to show up and do the work. He also brought up Swami Vivekananda — not as a ceremonial reference, but as someone whose ideas about strength, discipline, and character still hold up. The run was framed partly around that spirit: build your body, build your mind, contribute something beyond yourself. Why This Kind of Event Still Matters Mass fitness runs get dismissed sometimes as feel-good optics. Maybe. But there’s something real about getting thousands of people outside and moving on the same morning, for the same reason. It normalizes the conversation around health in communities where gyms are expensive and sedentary routines are the default. The Yuva Bharat Run 2026 won’t fix public health on its own. But as a nudge — especially for young people who haven’t yet built the habit — it’s worth more than another awareness poster.
Hyderabad: Several parts of Hyderabad will experience a disruption in drinking water supply for nearly 40 hours, starting from 6:00 am on Wednesday, February 11, until 10:00 pm on Thursday, February 12.
According to officials, the interruption is due to ongoing repair works on the Manjeera Phase-II pumping main, specifically along the stretches between Patancheru and Hydernagar, and Club Gurr and Patancheru.
Areas Affected by Water Supply Disruption:
RC Puram
Ashok Nagar
Jyothi Nagar
Lingampally
Chandanagar
Gangaram
Madinaguda
Miyapur
Beeramguda
Ameenpur
Bhagyanagar Colony
Erragadda
SR Nagar
Ameerpet
KPHB Colony
Kukatpally
Bhagyanagar Colony (Pragathi Nagar)
Residents in the affected areas are advised to store water in advance and use it judiciously during the disruption period. Authorities have requested public cooperation while repair works are underway.
Hyderabad: Newly elected sarpanches, who recently celebrated their electoral victories, are now gearing up to take on their official responsibilities. District officials have begun conducting training programmes to familiarize them with their roles, including key schemes such as the National Family Benefit Scheme (NFBS). Under this scheme, families contribute ₹500 annually to receive an insurance benefit of ₹20,000 in the event of the death of the family head.
The training also emphasizes critical local governance responsibilities, such as ensuring villages have adequate water supply and are not affected by scarcity.
In Bhadradri Kothagudem, the newly elected sarpanches attended sessions at the Dr. Manmohan Singh Institute of Science and Technology (KSM old campus) to prepare for effective administration of their panchayats.
The training programme for all 471 gram panchayat sarpanches in Bhadradri Kothagudem district is being conducted in phases. The first phase, held from January 19 to 23, includes 237 newly elected sarpanches from 14 mandals, while the second phase is scheduled from February 3 to 7.
The initiative aims to provide sarpanches with a comprehensive understanding of village governance, including administrative procedures, the Panchayat Raj Act, their responsibilities, and the implementation of rural development programmes.
Collector Jitesh V. Patil advised the sarpanches to prioritize basic amenities such as drinking water, sanitation, roads, electricity, and healthcare. He emphasized the importance of advance planning to prevent water scarcity and to ensure efficient use of funds for infrastructure projects like roads, streetlights, power poles, and public toilets.
The collector also highlighted that, despite the district’s many scenic tourist destinations, several areas remain underdeveloped due to limited publicity. He urged sarpanches to promote local tourist spots, natural resources, and unique village features, which could enhance tourism and strengthen the rural economy.
In a sharp rebuke on Tuesday, the Telangana High Court questioned the actions of HYDRAA after it carried out pre-dawn demolitions inside the Fertilisers Corporation of India (FCI) Housing Society in Gachibowli. The court raised serious doubts about the urgency, legality, and jurisdiction of the operation—especially since it appeared to go against earlier judicial directions.
Why Did HYDRAA Enter a Private Colony?
Justice B. Vijaysen Reddy grilled the agency on why it entered the private housing society at all, noting that the disputed land neither fell under a lake’s full tank level nor belonged to the government. The demolished structures belonged to Sandhya Conventions and its sister units owned by S. Sridhar Rao, located in Survey Nos. 122, 123, 124, and 127.
Adding to the confusion, both GHMC and HYDRAA had previously issued no-objection certificates for these buildings.
Internal Roads Issue: Who Has the Authority?
When the state argued that the constructions had encroached on internal colony roads, the judge pushed back—asking whether HYDRAA or the survey department had the authority to determine and mark internal layouts within private colonies.
He also directly asked senior counsel L. Ravi Chander whether HYDRAA had any jurisdiction in such matters to begin with.
Contempt Petitions Add Fuel to the Fire
The hearing stemmed from contempt petitions filed by Sandhya Conventions Group, which alleged that HYDRAA ignored the court’s earlier directions to issue notice and follow due procedure before taking any action.
HYDRAA’s senior advocates, Prasad and Mayur Reddy, fired back, accusing the builders of “defenceless, wanton and brazen” violation of court orders.
Court Questions HYDRAA’s ‘Overzealousness’
Justice Reddy reminded HYDRAA commissioner Ranganath that the court had explicitly warned him just last Friday about avoiding further contempt. “Is it overzealousness against Sandhya Conventions? Was it so difficult to wait for court orders?” he asked, visibly displeased.
The judge also pointed out that HYDRAA had still not filed a counter explaining the statutory powers under which it operated—an omission he said could raise “serious issues.”
State’s Silence Raises Eyebrows
Additional Advocate-General Imran Khan informed the court that he had received no instructions from HYDRAA regarding the pre-sunrise demolition. Petitioners criticized this as unacceptable, given that more than 30 hours had passed since the incident.
The AAG assured the court that all details—right or wrong—would be placed on record.
Court Orders 15-Day No-Entry Zone
To cool tensions on the ground, Justice Reddy directed all parties to stay away from the disputed site for 15 days. He also instructed plot owners and officials to file sale agreements, LRS documents, building permissions, and other records.
HYDRAA has been ordered to submit a detailed explanation for the demolitions by Thursday. Until then, the court has ordered that status quo be maintained.
Hyderabad, September 27: Senior IPS officer VC Sajjanar, widely known as an “encounter specialist,” has been appointed as the new Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad. A 1996-batch IPS officer, Sajjanar succeeds CV Anand, who has now been posted as Chief Secretary for the Telangana Home Department.
Sajjanar is best known for his tenure as Cyberabad Police Commissioner, where he hit national headlines for the 2019 Disha gang-rape and murder case. The brutal incident involved the gang-rape and killing of a 27-year-old veterinarian in Hyderabad’s Shadnagar area. The victim’s charred body was discovered on November 28, 2019, sparking nationwide outrage and protests.
Under Sajjanar’s leadership, the police shot dead all four accused on December 6, 2019, near Chatanpally — close to the spot where the victim’s body was found. Police claimed the accused attempted to snatch weapons and escape during a crime scene reconstruction, prompting officers to open fire. The incident divided public opinion: many celebrated it as swift justice, while human rights groups criticized it as an extrajudicial execution.
In 2022, a Supreme Court-appointed inquiry commission concluded that the police narrative was not credible and termed the incident a “fake encounter,” recommending that the policemen involved face trial for murder.
Before this appointment, Sajjanar was serving as the Managing Director of Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC).
Major IPS Transfers in Telangana
Sajjanar’s appointment comes amid a major reshuffle of IPS officers in the state:
Battula Shivadhar Reddy has been appointed as the new Director General of Police (DGP).
Ravi Gupta, Special Chief Secretary, Home, has been transferred as Executive Vice-Chairman and Director General, Centre for Good Governance.
Shikha Goel will be the new Director General, Vigilance & Enforcement and Ex-Officio Principal Secretary to the Government, General Administration Department, in addition to her current role as Director, TG Cyber Security Bureau.
Swati Lakra, Additional Director General of Police, Organisation & Home Guards, is given full additional charge of Director General, Special Protection Force.
Charu Sinha, ADGP, CID, is given full additional charge as Director General, Anti-Corruption Bureau, replacing Vijay Kumar, who is now posted as ADGP, Intelligence.
Dr. Anil Kumar, ADGP (Personnel), is transferred and posted as ADGP (Operations), Greyhounds & OCTOPUS.
Y. Nagi Reddy, Director General, Telangana Disaster Response and Fire Services, is posted as MD, TGSRTC.
Vikram Singh Mann, Additional Commissioner of Police (Law & Order), Hyderabad, will be the new Director General, Telangana Disaster Response & Fire Services.
This reshuffle marks a significant reorganization of Telangana’s police leadership as the state government looks to strengthen law enforcement and administrative efficiency
Hyderabad | June 2025 — Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Saturday released the autobiography of Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya, titled ‘Prajala Kathe – Naa Atma Katha’, in a grand ceremony held at Shilpakala Vedika in Hyderabad. The event turned into a celebration of a life dedicated to public service, drawing admiration from across the political spectrum.
The launch was graced by several national dignitaries including Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, former President Ramnath Kovind, and former Vice-President M. Venkaiah Naidu. The presence of such senior leaders underscored the immense respect Dattatreya commands across party lines.
In his address, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy described Bandaru Dattatreya as an “Ajata Shatruvu” — a person without enemies — comparing him to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee for his inclusive and compassionate political journey. “Dattatreya garu is an embodiment of simplicity, humility, and unwavering commitment to public service. He is truly a role model for aspiring leaders,” said Reddy.
Highlighting Dattatreya’s journey from a modest upbringing in Gowliguda, a small neighborhood in Hyderabad, to occupying the constitutional post of Governor, Revanth Reddy lauded his ability to remain connected with the common people despite his high office.
Speakers throughout the event praised the autobiography for offering not only personal insights into Dattatreya’s life but also a broader narrative of India’s political evolution over the decades. The book is seen as an inspiration for future generations to understand the values of service, integrity, and leadership grounded in public welfare.
‘Prajala Kathe – Naa Atma Katha’ is now available for readers and is expected to serve as both a political memoir and a guide for those interested in public life.
