Tech Centre proposed to fixtraffic and drainage issues

The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), in collaboration with the Civil Engineering Division of NIT Warangal, is planning to establish a Technology Centre to address critical urban challenges such as traffic congestion and drainage management. This initiative aims to deliver modern, practical and sustainable solutions, incorporating them at the planning stage itself.
 The Traffic and Transportation division of the centre will conduct in-depth analyses of the city’s traffic patterns and transportation systems. It will develop innovative and up-to-date solutions for traffic management, infrastructure optimisation and transportation planning to meet Hyderabad’s growing urban needs.
The Drainage Information Centre will undertake a comprehensive study of Hyderabad’s entire drainage network, including nalas (storm water drains). Detailed mapping, measurements and assessments will be conducted, enabling the centre to propose professional and technical solutions to mitigate flooding and enhance drainage efficiency.
 During a meeting at the GHMC headquarters, Commissioner Ilambarithi emphasised the importance of collaborative efforts between GHMC and NIT Warangal to define the framework and objectives of the project. Professor Prasad from NIT Warangal suggested entering into a structured agreement to ensure sustained operations. The Commissioner directed the engineering officials to prepare the necessary guidelines and agreements to formalise the collaboration.
 The proposed centre will operate within the university campus, leveraging the expertise of NIT Warangal’s faculty and post-graduate students. The Commissioner highlighted the significance of combining academic research with practical urban solutions to create a technically sound and sustainable approach to infrastructure planning.
 This initiative builds on NIT Warangal’s previous contributions, such as providing project reports on traffic and urban infrastructure issues in Hyderabad. The GHMC remains committed to fostering partnerships with leading institutions to address the city’s evolving urban challenges.