In anticipation of the monsoon, the Hyderabad Disaster Response & Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) has intensified efforts to de-silt stormwater drains in the Jubilee Hills and Venkatagiri areas. The drains, which have been significantly obstructed by silt, have lost about 70% of their capacity, prompting the need for immediate action. Although the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) had contracted the de-silting work, delays necessitated HYDRAA's intervention. During a recent inspection, HYDRAA chief A.V. Ranganath instructed officials to accelerate the de-silting process and remove slabs as necessary for effective silt removal. He also proposed the construction of a new major drain to address flooding issues caused by narrow lanes. Additionally, Ranganath inspected the sluice gates at Malkam Cheruvu and highlighted the importance of ensuring they can lower the lake's water level by two meters to mitigate annual flooding. The inspection involved collaboration among various departments, including the GHMC and the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply & Sewerage Board, to enhance the city's drainage infrastructure ahead of the rainy season.