Hyderabad: Special Chief Secretary to the Telangana government CV Anand called for stronger urban planning and pollution control while addressing a joint session of the Confederation of Indian Industry and the Indian Green Building Council.
More than 25 institutional representatives attended the meeting. CV Anand stressed the need to reduce urban congestion through structured planning and sustainable development.
He congratulated Shekhar Reddy, who had earlier served as secretary of the Hyderabad City Security Council, and has now assumed charge as chairman. He noted the council’s performance and underscored the importance of coordinated city management.
CV Anand flags risks of unplanned expansion in Hyderabad
Citing national examples, he said failure to control pollution has turned Delhi into a “gas chamber.” Similarly, he pointed to Bengaluru as an example of what happens when traffic and transport systems lack forward planning.
He cautioned that Mumbai and Hyderabad, particularly along the IT corridor, risk similar strain if growth continues without comprehensive planning. He said development must expand strategically toward the eastern corridor, including Future City and the Uppal–Malkajgiri belt.
CV Anand also stressed the need for environmentally sustainable building practices. He urged IGBC to coordinate closely with the government to promote eco-friendly design, proper construction materials and strict compliance standards to curb pollution.