Archive · 18 Aug 2025
Hyderabad Colony Faces Sewage and Drinking Water Problems
The Srinagar Colony in Hyderabad is having trouble with sewage overflowing after heavy rains.
This sewage is contaminating their drinking water, making it unusable.
The stagnant water is also attracting mosquitoes, and residents are frustrated because they say the authorities aren't fixing the problem, despite many complaints.
Commuters and temple visitors are also being negatively impacted by the sewage.
Srinagar Colony in Hyderabad faces sewage overflow issues after heavy rains.
Overflowing sewage contaminates drinking water for residents.
Residents report the sewage issue is a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
Residents complain of authorities' inaction despite repeated complaints.
Commuters and devotees are affected by the sewage near Sri Venkateshwara Swamy Temple.
- Who
- Residents, commuters, and devotees in Srinagar Colony; GHMC and HMWSSB authorities.
- What
- Sewage overflow and polluted drinking water in Srinagar Colony.
- When
- Following recent heavy rains, ongoing.
- Where
- Srinagar Colony, Hyderabad, India
- Why
- Due to lack of a proper sewage system and clogged drainage systems.
Residents
Authorities
Sewage and water quality problems
Residents
Lack of action from authorities and ongoing sewage overflow and polluted drinking water.
Authorities
Authorities are slow to address the issue.
- Location
- Srinagar Colony, Hyderabad
- Problem
- Sewage Overflow
- Impact
- Contaminated water, mosquito breeding
- Affected
- Residents and Commuters
- Authorities
- GHMC and HMWSSB
Sources
Disappearing water bodies leave citizens at mercy of monsoon
Steps underway to resolve drinking water issues: ZP Chairman
Life comes to a standstill as rains lash Asifabad
Drainage Overflows Top Water Board Plaints
VMC begins massive de-siltation drive