Suryaa Telangana Desk: NAREDCO Telangana and CREDAI Hyderabad jointly organized a workshop in Hyderabad to discuss preparedness for potential El Nino conditions and water conservation in the city. The event was attended by senior government officials, civic authorities, real estate developers, and industry stakeholders.
The discussions focused on groundwater conservation, the use of treated water from sewage treatment plants for non-potable needs in multi-story buildings and construction projects, and collective preventive measures for resource management. The workshop emphasized the need for increased collaboration between civic authorities, the real estate industry, and local communities to promote responsible water usage and sustainable management practices.
Key officials in attendance included GHMC Commissioner R.V. Karnan (IAS), HYDRAA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath (IPS), Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board Managing Director K. Ashok Reddy (IAS), Cyberabad Municipal Corporation Commissioner Dr. G. Srujana (IAS), and Medchal-Malkajgiri Corporation Commissioner T. Vinay Krishna Reddy (IAS).
NAREDCO Telangana President K. Sreedhar Reddy stated that proactive preparation and continuous collaboration are essential to preserve Hyderabad's water resources and build long-term resilience. CREDAI Hyderabad President N. Jaideep Reddy noted that the workshop provided practical guidance on water reuse and management, which will assist developers in implementing more sustainable practices across their projects. The workshop concluded by highlighting the importance of coordinated action among government, industry, and citizens to strengthen water conservation and support the city's long-term water resilience.