We pray for the strained victims of Hyderabad flood. Hyderabad has seen the worst flood effect in a century. The experts predict the worst is awaiting in years to come, if proper “ACTION PLAN” isn’t planned & implemented.

Addressing Environmental Challenges in Hyderabad

 One of the factors contributing to heavy rainfall in urban areas is the significant environmental change in cities. Key causes include urban air pollution, ineffective waste management systems, and unplanned land encroachments. It is crucial to act on all these factors to control and safeguard the future of our city. The loss of human life and property in any form is unacceptable. This recent rainfall has severely affected businesses that were striving to withstand the impacts of post-lockdown conditions, with the most vulnerable being self-reliant owners like street vendors and daily wage workers. The infrastructure and logistics business has come to a standstill in various parts of Hyderabad, disrupting overall business transactions.

 A study has revealed that due to these ongoing changes, flood damage is expected to increase in the coming years.

 Urban areas have registered higher temperatures than their rural surroundings, a phenomenon exacerbated by the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect. This effect is significantly impacting rainfall patterns in cities. According to Dr. S. Venkateshwarulu, a geography expert at Osmania University, “Due to high temperatures in urban areas compared to rural surroundings, cooler rural air converges towards urban areas with low pressure.”

Now is the time to act. This is not a moment for criticism; it is time to embrace responsibility and not point fingers elsewhere. Protecting our environment is essential for saving the city. We can achieve this by improving waste management to keep our lakes and canals clean, adopting electric vehicles for urban transit** to control air pollution, and being cautious about property purchases to avoid real estate encroachments. The businesses of Hyderabad and its citizens must act on these parameters to ensure survival. Government bodies also need to play their part; they must introduce effective initiatives and incentives to make Hyderabad a clean and green city.

 This situation is not merely an ACT OF GOD; it serves as a critical warning regarding the mistakes of our past. We must rectify these issues before facing more severe consequences. Together, we can foster a sustainable future for Hyderabad, ensuring a vibrant and healthy environment for generations to come.