Hyderabad authority reclaims 7,200 sq yards from encroachers near lake

HYDRAA personnel conducted a clearance operation to remove encroachments and restore public land adjacent to a lake in Hyderabad on Friday. The recovered 7,200 square yards of space had been illegally occupied, restricting public access to the water body and surrounding areas.

The operation resulted in the removal of temporary structures that had been erected on the public land without authorization. Officials sealed the cleared area to prevent future encroachment and to allow for planned restoration work to begin.

The action aligns with HYDRAA's mandate to protect municipal assets and preserve green spaces across Hyderabad. Since its establishment, the agency has conducted multiple operations targeting unauthorized occupancy of lakes, parks, and other public properties throughout the city.

Local authorities have warned that strict action will continue against those attempting to encroach on public land. Residents are urged to report illegal structures and encroachments to HYDRAA through designated complaint channels to aid in protecting the city's environmental and public resources.