Hyderabad, April 14 -- The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) has initiated the process of drafting a comprehensive action plan aimed at safeguarding endangered and encroached lakes and other water bodies located within the Outer Ring Road (ORR) and Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) limits.

To take the initiative forward, HYDRAA has collaborated with the HMDA and the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC). The joint effort focuses not only on the removal of encroachments but also on the conservation of water bodies and the protection of government lands.

Officials stated that HYDRAA is now preparing long-term strategies to shield Hyderabad's residents from potential disasters. As p...