Hyderabad: Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Monday warned that officials delaying building permits in Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) areas would face disciplinary action. He instructed them to avoid harassment and clear applications without unnecessary delays.
While reviewing the “Build Now” initiative, the Chief Minister criticised the delay in approving multi-storey buildings, gated communities, and other construction projects. He demanded regular reviews and directed departments to clear pending files quickly. According to him, consistent neglect would not be tolerated any further.
To improve accountability, Revanth ordered HMDA to identify reasons for the backlog and take corrective steps. He reminded all present that development work must not be blocked by procedural inefficiencies.
Revanth criticises building permit delays in HMDA and demands swift coordination
The Chief Minister also referred to repeated complaints against the Irrigation Department. He said that the allegations were serious and instructed the concerned officials to act immediately. In his words, public-facing departments should not become centres of delay and frustration.
Revanth asked officials to conduct a LiDAR survey of tanks, canals, and water bodies across the HMDA region. This, he said, would help establish accurate records and reduce land disputes. He further directed the HMDA to work in close coordination with the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA), and the Irrigation Department.
He insisted that all departments involved in the clearance process must hold joint meetings regularly. This, he noted, would reduce miscommunication and help expedite project approvals. Moreover, he called on senior officers to ensure that public grievances are addressed within a fixed timeline.
Those present at the meeting included HMDA Commissioner Sarfaraz Ahmed, GHMC Commissioner R.V. Karnan, HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath, and other senior officials.