SEVERAL areas of Hyderabad, including Latifabad, Liaquat Colony, Qasimabad and other underserved localities, have been facing a persistent sewerage problem for years due to the inefficiency of the Hyderabad Water and Sewerage Cor-

poration (HW&SC). The overflowing sewage causes serious inconvenience to people, disrupting traffic and affecting businesses. It also poses public health risks, and contributes to environmental pollution. Even moderate rainfall leaves several parts of the city inundated.

One of the major causes is the ageing and deteriorating sewerage infrastructure, coupled with inadequate maintenance. Another major factor is the accumulation of solid waste in major drains, resulting in blockages and overflowing sewage. The lack of timely preventive cleaning of major drains by the Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (HMC) also contributes to waterlogging in the city.

The deteriorating sewerage system is damaging the appearance and environment of Hyderabad. The relevant authorities must take urgent and sustained measures to improve the city’s drainage and sewerage infrastructure, and ensure a cleaner and healthier urban environment for the people.

Muhammad Shehriyar
Hyderabad

Published in Dawn, November 12th, 2026