Hyderabad's MS Maqta Residents Battle Civic Neglect: Garbage Piles, Potholed Roads Persist
Residents of MS Maqta in Khairtabad, Hyderabad, continue to face severe civic neglect. This neighborhood sits between Necklace Road and Raj Bhavan Road. People here deal with mounting garbage and uneven, pothole-ridden roads every day.
Years of Complaints Yield Little Improvement
Locals have made repeated representations to civic authorities over the years. They say there has been little to no improvement in living conditions. Many families have lived in the area for three decades. They allege that basic infrastructure has steadily deteriorated during this time.
When our team visited the spot, we found piles of garbage dumped in and around Eidgah Road. A corner along one of the busiest stretches has unofficially turned into a dumping spot. This spot marks the entry point to MS Maqta from the Necklace Road end via Eidgah Road.
No Designated Dumping Points for 5,000 Residents
Residents report that municipal authorities collect garbage only intermittently. They point out a critical issue. There is no designated dumping or collection point for this neighborhood of nearly 5,000 residents.
As a result, waste often accumulates along roadsides and in open spaces. This creates unhygienic conditions that affect everyone living there.
Mohd Hassan has been a resident for nearly 20 years. He said garbage often remains uncollected for days. This poses serious health hazards, particularly during the rainy season.
"Internal roads and narrow passageways are uneven and riddled with potholes," Hassan explained. "This makes daily movement difficult for elderly residents and children, especially during monsoon showers."
Residents Feel Overlooked in City's Development
Residents like Salma Falak express frustration. They say development in Hyderabad appears concentrated in select areas. Older localities such as MS Maqta continue to be overlooked.
"We are not demanding luxury amenities," Falak stated. "We just want basic facilities such as clean streets, well-laid roads, and safe sanitation."
Monsoon Season Worsens the Situation
The situation deteriorates significantly during the monsoon. P Sridhar, a student residing in the area, described the problem.
Rainwater mixed with garbage frequently enters residential lanes. This leads to unhygienic conditions and increases the risk of waterborne diseases among residents.
Authorities Remain Unresponsive
Residents have urged civic authorities to take immediate corrective measures. They want proper garbage collection systems and road repairs. However, repeated attempts to contact GHMC officials did not evoke any response.
The community continues to wait for action while living with these challenging conditions every day.
