Damodar Raja Narsimha inaugurates Sangareddy sand bazaar for transparent supply

Hyderabad: Telangana Health Minister Damodar Raja Narsimha on Tuesday inaugurated a sand bazaar at the Sangupet–Jogipet junction in Andole constituency, Sangareddy district. The Telangana State Mineral Development Corporation (TSMDC) set up the facility to provide affordable, quality sand directly to the public.

The minister said the initiative aims to eliminate middlemen and ensure a transparent supply system. He announced plans to set up similar bazaars every 20 kilometers across Sangareddy, including Andole, to ease access for residents.

Sangareddy sand bazaar to ensure transparent supply and boost local jobs

During the launch, officials performed rituals for sand transportation vehicles. The minister noted that beneficiaries of the Indiramma housing scheme would benefit most from the new system. These families had previously struggled due to irregular sand supply.

Raja Narsimha highlighted that Sangareddy lacks natural sand reaches, leaving residents at the mercy of brokers. He said TSMDC’s intervention offers a permanent fix. “We want to make sand affordable, accessible, and free from harassment by the sand mafia,” he said.

He warned that anyone attempting to act as intermediaries would face strict action. The minister directed mining, revenue, housing, and police officials to work in coordination to keep the supply smooth.

Officials confirmed that the government will track all sand movements online. This monitoring system will help curb illegal transportation and improve response times.

The minister added that sand bazaars would also generate local employment. Small contractors and daily wage workers will find it easier to access sand for housing projects. He instructed authorities to ensure regular supply, especially for state-supported housing schemes.