Four-month sewage overflow on Shaheennagar-Venkatapur road sparks health fears

Residents of Al Ain Colony in Shaheennagar, Hyderabad, have been grappling with a severe drainage overflow and stagnant water crisis on the road connecting Shaheennagar and Venkatapur for four months leading up to June 27, 2026. The persistent civic issue has inundated the local thoroughfare, leading to rampant mosquito breeding, unbearable foul smells, and rising health concerns among the local population.

The stagnant sewage has disrupted daily life and created highly unhygienic conditions in the neighborhood. Locals reported that the prolonged waterlogging has triggered a surge in mosquito populations, raising fears of major disease outbreaks.

Samiullah Khan, a local resident, explained that the situation has become intolerable. He noted that residents are unable to sit outside their homes due to the overwhelming stench and swarms of mosquitoes.

Another resident, Abdul Khadeer, pointed out that children and the elderly have been the worst affected, with family members frequently developing fevers. Khadeer highlighted that many residents are daily wage earners, meaning additional medical expenses pose a significant financial burden on poor households.

Mohammedi Bee, another worried resident, stated that people are forced to wade through the dirty water every day. She expressed constant fear that children in the locality would contract serious illnesses from the multiplying mosquitoes.

The civic issue has also severely impacted local livelihoods. Resident Babu Miya, who noted that many locals work as laborers, drivers, and small traders, explained that falling ill means missing work and losing essential daily income.

Local shopkeepers reported a sharp decline in commercial activity, noting that customers have been avoiding the road due to the waterlogging and odor. This downturn persisted even during the holy month of Ramzan. According to residents, the drainage issues have been ongoing ever since the area was merged with the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC). Despite repeated complaints, the GHMC has yet to provide a lasting solution, prompting residents to urge officials and elected representatives for immediate action.