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The Telangana High Court has called for an immediate and coordinated resolution of long-standing disputes related to full tank levels (FTL), buffer zones, and canal lands. Criticizing bureaucratic delays and conflicting land classifications, the court stressed the impact on Hyderabad's urban environment, including worsening parking problems due to unauthorized additional flats. Interim relief in a related case was denied, and the court has scheduled further hearings. Historical lapses, unclear notifications, and regulatory inconsistencies highlight the urgency of clear, unified action by state authorities.
The Telangana High Court has strongly urged authorities to resolve disputes over full tank levels (FTL), buffer zones, and canal lands without delay, highlighting years of bureaucratic inaction and inconsistent land classifications. The court noted that revenue officials often certify land ownership even when irrigation authorities classify the same land as part of water flow paths, FTL, or protected buffer zones, creating confusion and legal complications. Advertisement
A related petition involved a compound wall in Jawaharnagar, where the petitioner claimed that sewage was being diverted onto his property. The court refused interim protection, emphasizing that local residents supported the demolition to address waterlogging issues. The petitioner was advised to approach the relevant authorities, with the matter set for a further hearing.
The court also expressed concern over Hyderabad's worsening parking situation. Builders adding extra flats without proper parking facilities were flagged as a major contributor to congestion. The court urged authorities to ensure enforcement and advised buyers to check parking provisions before purchasing flats. Notices have been issued to concerned parties, with follow-up hearings scheduled.
Past court directives have stressed that FTL fixation processes cannot be delayed. Authorities, including the irrigation and revenue departments, were instructed to determine FTLs promptly, with encroachments considered non-regularisable unless formal notices are filed. Objections must be addressed within a set period. For example, GHMC was ordered to resolve encroachments around Durgam Cheruvu by refixing its FTL based on recommendations from a 2022 committee, with an eight-week deadline.
These developments highlight the critical need for coordination among government departments. Previous delays, incomplete notifications, and ambiguous land classifications have hampered efforts to protect water bodies and enforce environmental regulations. The court's insistence on swift action reflects growing frustration and indicates that continued non-compliance will face serious consequences.
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