CM to open Bam Rukn-ud-Daula Lake today

Bam Rukn-ud-Daula, a historic water body from the Nizam era, was revived after removal of encroachments in August 2024. Originally spread over 104 acres, the lake’s extent had gradually reduced and was recorded at 17.05 acres by HMDA, with only 4.12 acres remaining before restoration. HYDRAA cleared illegal occupations and restored the lake to its officially recorded extent, the statement said.

The existing bund was strengthened and a walking track developed. An open gym, children’s play areas, gazebos for senior citizens, internal fencing, and three access points were provided. Medicinal and shade-giving trees were planted, and CCTV cameras installed with monitoring linked to the HYDRAA headquarters.

HYDRAA Commissioner, A.V. Ranganath, had directed officials during site visits to widen inlets and outlets, enhance greenery, and channel rainwater from surrounding areas such as Rajendranagar and Aramgarh to mitigate flooding.