Hyderabad, July 2 -- As part of intensified mosquito control measures in Hyderabad, Mayor Gadwal Vijayalakshmi on Wednesday, July 2, launched drone spraying and fogging operations at Banjara Lake. The drive aims to curb the spread of dengue, malaria, and chikungunya in the city during the monsoon, especially with rising complaints.

The complaints have increased since the closure of the Taj Banjara Hotel, leaving the lake in neglect. The lake can only be accessed by visitors at the Taj Banjara hotel and remains inaccessible to outsiders. It can be partially seen from a nearby temple and taller residential apartments located slightly farther away.

Residents living nearby raised concerns about the foul smell and the increasing mosquito men...