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Potable Water Crisis in Hyderabad

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As of early 2026, Hyderabad is navigating a complex water landscape. While the city has made significant strides in piped water coverage, it faces a “silent crisis” driven by rapid urbanization, pollution of local reservoirs, and a plummeting groundwater table.


The Potable Water Crisis in Hyderabad (2026)
The city’s water woes are no longer just about “scarcity” but are increasingly about quality and sustainability.
1. Contamination of Primary Sources
Recent studies in 2026 have revealed that four of Hyderabad’s six major drinking water sources—Osmansagar, Himayatsagar, Godavari, and Krishna—are critically polluted.
* The Cause: Untreated sewage and industrial effluents from surrounding residential and industrial hubs (like Medak) flow directly into these reservoirs.
* The Risk: High levels of fecal coliform and heavy metals like cadmium and lead have been detected, pushing the Water Quality Index (WQI) to “very poor” levels.
2. Groundwater Depletion (The “Red Zone”)
By January 2026, groundwater levels in several mandals—including Ameerpet, Kukatpally, and Bachupally—have dropped into the “red zone,” with water tables falling below 20 meters.


* Urban Heat & Concrete: Rapid construction has paved over natural recharge zones, meaning even a good monsoon fails to replenish the aquifers.
* Over-extraction: The mushrooming of illegal borewells in high-rise corridors has led to a drop of 2-3 feet in groundwater levels compared to the previous year.


3. Aging Infrastructure
Nearly 35-40% of the city’s water is lost during distribution. This is due to corroded, decades-old pipelines that suffer from frequent leakages. Often, these water lines run dangerously close to sewerage networks, leading to cross-contamination.
Strategic Solutions and the 2026 Action Plan


The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) and the state government have initiated several multi-pronged strategies to combat these issues.
Infrastructure & Supply Expansion
* Godavari Phase 2: A ₹7,000 crore project is underway to bring additional Godavari water to the city, aiming for a year-round, 24/7 supply by late 2027.
* Smart Monitoring: The installation of flow meters and IoT-based sensors to detect “hidden leaks” and eliminate illegal connections is being scaled up across the GHMC area.
Groundwater Recharge: “One House, One Recharge Pit”


To combat the falling water table, the government has mandated:
* Mandatory Recharge Pits: Every house built on 200 sq. yards or more must have a rainwater harvesting pit.
* Injection Borewells: Converting thousands of defunct borewells into injection wells to channel rainwater directly into the ground.
Ecosystem Restoration
* Musa River Revival: Phase 1 of the Musi River restoration (starting March 2026) aims to clean a 21 km stretch, reducing the toxic load on the city’s ecosystem.
* Lake Protection (TDR Policy): New policies offer “Transferable Development Rights” to landowners who surrender land for lake conservation, incentivizing the protection of buffer zones from encroachment.


Decentralized Solutions
Educational institutions like IIIT-Hyderabad and MANUU have set a blueprint for the city. By creating biodiversity ponds and recycling 100% of their “gray water” for landscaping, these campuses have become nearly “net-zero” in water consumption, avoiding tankers even in peak summer.


The path to a water-secure Hyderabad lies in moving away from a “tanker-dependent” mindset toward one of circular water management—where every drop is harvested, treated, and reused.

Vijay and Samantha’s film ‘Policeodu’ to be re-released on the 23rd of this month

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The Tamil film ‘Theri’, starring star hero Vijay and top heroine Samantha, directed by sensational director Atlee and produced by Kalaipuli Thanu under the V Creations banner, was a grand success.

It was dubbed into Telugu as ‘Policeodu’ and won the hearts of the audience, becoming a super hit film. This film is now ready to create a buzz on the silver screen once again. ‘Policeodu’ will be re-released on the 23rd of this month.


This film is being released on a large scale in the Nizam region by the leading distribution company Asian Films, and in Andhra by Suresh Movies. With the news of the re-release already receiving a huge response on social media, Vijay’s fans and movie lovers are eagerly waiting to watch this emotional action entertainer in theaters once again.


Atlee crafted ‘Policeodu’ by blending father-daughter bonding, a police backdrop, emotions, action, and commercial elements in equal measure. Vijay impressed in a dual role, and Samantha’s character greatly appealed to the audience. Amy Jackson also played another female lead.

The roles of Prabhu and Radhika Sarathkumar were also crucial to the film. In particular, the climax scenes and emotional moments were the highlights of the film.


The songs composed by GV Prakash Kumar for this film were chartbusters at the time. The background music, cinematography, and action sequences played a key role in attracting audiences to the theaters. This film, ‘Polisodu’, further strengthened Vijay’s already strong fan base in Telugu as well.


Now, with its re-release in improved quality using modern technology, trade circles believe that this film will once again prove its mettle at the box office. This is truly sweet news for Vijay and Samantha’s fans.

Prabhas Nimmala’s “Miracle”  First Look Released

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Starring Randheer Bheesu – Hebbah Patel as the lead pair, with senior actors Sriram and Suresh in key roles, “Miracle” is being made as an out-and-out action entertainer.

Produced jointly by Ramesh Eggidi, Srikanth Mogadasu, and Chander Goud under the Saida Family Entertainment banner, “Miracle” is directed by Prabhas Nimmala, known for films like “Satya Gang” and “Fighter Shiva.”

The first look of the film was released today (January 16) as a Sankranthi special. Mrs. Jyotsna is the co-producer of the film.

The film’s first schedule, packed with high-octane action sequences, has been completed successfully. The second schedule is set to commence from January 22 in and around Hyderabad.

In “Miracle,” Randheer Bheesu plays the hero, while Hebbah Patel stars as the female lead. Akshara Nunnna Sujana appears as another heroine. Senior actors Sriram and Suresh will be seen in crucial roles. Naidu Pendra is being introduced as the villain.


Veteran film journalist Dheeraj Appaji will be seen in a special role as a Forensic Officer. The film also features Janardan, Yogi Katre, Vijay Surya, Inthiyaz, Sai Baba, Dil Ramesh, Jhansi, Suryanarayana, Sridhar, Srikanth, Shiva, Aamani, Haimavathi, Navya (Ammu), Bezawada Mastan, R. Kumar, and several others in important roles.

Speaking on the occasion, the producers said: “After proving his directorial strength with Satya Gang and Fighter Shiva, director Prabhas Nimmala is now coming up with his third film ‘Miracle.’

Hebbah Patel’s glamour, powerful performances by senior actors Sriram and Suresh, and high-voltage action blocks will be the major highlights of the film. The second schedule will begin from January 22.”


Technical Crew:
PRO: Dheeraj – Appaji, Cinematography: Surender Reddy, Editing: Vishwanath, Lyrics: Rambabu Gosala, Action Choreography: Srinu, Co-Producer: Mrs. Jyotsna, Producers: Ramesh Eggidi – Srikanth Mogadasu – Chander Goud, Story -Dialogues – Screenplay -Music & Direction: Prabhas Nimmala

Prabhas Nimmala’s “Miracle” First Look as a Sankranti Treat

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As a special Sankranti gift, the first look of the action entertainer “Miracle”, directed by Prabhas Nimmala, is all set to be released on January 16th.

Produced jointly by Ramesh Eggidi – Srikanth Mogadasu – Chander Goud under the banner Saida Family Entertainment, “Miracle” is being made on a prestigious scale.

The film is directed by Prabhas Nimmala, who earlier impressed audiences with “Satya Gang” and “Fighter Shiva”. Randheer Bhisu plays the lead role in the film, with Hebbah Patel as the female lead and Akanksha as another heroine. Senior heros Sriram and Suresh will be seen in key roles.

The film also features an ensemble cast including Naresh Naidu, Janardhan, Yogi Khatri, Vijay Surya, Imtiyaz, Sai Baba, Dil Ramesh, Jhansi, Suryanarayana, Sridhar, Srikanth, Shiva, Aamani, Haimavathi, Navya (Ammu), Bejawada Mastan, Dheeraj Appaji, and others in important roles.

Technical Crew:
PRO: Dheeraj–Appaji
Cinematography: Surender Reddy, Editing: Vishwanath
Music: Prabhas
Lyrics: Rambabu Goshala
Action (Fights): Srinu


With a strong cast and experienced technical team, “Miracle” promises to be an engaging action-packed entertainer.

Young Director Ashwini Srikrishna Creates World History

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Emerging filmmaker Ashwini Srikrishna, also known as Lanka Ashwani Kumar Parthudu, has created a remarkable world record by performing 1,666 Indian push-ups continuously (non-stop) in just 85.30 minutes, earning a prestigious place in the Bharat World Records.


The achievement was officially announced by Bharat World Records National Coordinator Lion K. V. Ramanarao, who later presented the World Record certificate, medal, and memento to Ashwini Srikrishna.

The presentation took place in the presence of well-known producer Bekkem Venugopal and senior film journalist Dheeraj Appaji.

Speaking on the occasion, Lion K. V. Ramanarao said that even counting such a large number of push-ups was challenging, and achieving it with such ease is truly commendable, congratulating Ashwini for the extraordinary feat.


Producer Bekkem Venugopal shared that he has known Ashwini for the past 12 years and stated that such a record is possible only with immense mental strength.

He wished Ashwini great success and many unique achievements in his future journey in the film industry as well.

After receiving the award, Ashwini Kumar Parthudu said that he adopted the name Ashwini Srikrishna in the film industry by adding his father’s name to his own. He expressed heartfelt gratitude, stating that the blessings of his late grandparents and parents, along with the support of his elder brother and sister-in-law, were the main reasons behind this achievement.

He dedicated this world record to his brother and sister-in-law. The event was held at Jyothi Ranjan Nest, Hyderabad, and was attended by renowned architect Ram Nanda and director-producer Pranav Swaroop as chief guests. Nallu Uma Jyothi Reddy extended her support in organizing the event.