Hyderabad - The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Assets Monitoring and Protection (HYDRA) authorities have initiated demolition proceedings against the N-Convention Centre, a prominent establishment owned by popular Telugu actor Nagarjuna. The action comes in response to long-standing allegations of illegal construction within environmentally sensitive areas.
Key points:
1. Location and allegations: The N-Convention Centre, built on a 10-acre plot in the Madhapur area of Hyderabad, is accused of encroaching upon the Full Tank Level (FTL) area and buffer zone of Thammidikunta Lake.
2. Extent of encroachment: According to official records, the centre allegedly encroached upon approximately 1.12 acres of the FTL area and an additional 2 acres within the buffer zone. The total FTL area of Thammidikunta Lake is reported to be about 29.24 acres.
3. Timing of action: The demolition drive began early Saturday morning, with HYDRA officials arriving on-site accompanied by police personnel to ensure uninterrupted proceedings.
4. Long-standing issue: The N-Convention Centre has been under scrutiny for years, with management facing accusations of using their influence to avoid regulatory action from local authorities, including the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC).
5. Environmental concerns: The demolition highlights growing concerns about construction activities encroaching upon water bodies and environmentally sensitive areas in rapidly developing urban centers.
This action against a high-profile establishment owned by a celebrity has drawn significant attention to issues of urban development, environmental protection, and the enforcement of regulations in Hyderabad. It may set a precedent for similar actions against other properties alleged to be in violation of environmental norms.
The case also underscores the challenges faced by rapidly growing cities in balancing development needs with environmental conservation, particularly in protecting water bodies and their surrounding ecosystems.
As the demolition proceeds, it remains to be seen how this will impact future development projects in the area and whether it will lead to stricter enforcement of environmental regulations across the city.
