Telangana Hyderabad - Tampering with Manhole Lids can land you in Jail
Without permission, opening or removing a manhole's cover is illegal according to Section 74 of the HMWSSB Act, 1989. Serious consequences, including fines and maybe even jail time, await violators, the statement stressed.
In regions that are flooded, vehicles from the Emergency Response Team (ERT) and the Safety Protocol Team (SPT) will also be stationed. To properly handle waterlogging difficulties, these trucks are outfitted with safety gear, dewatering motors, and airtech equipment.
The preemptive steps taken by the HMWS&SB demonstrate their dedication to guaranteeing public safety and effective sewage management during the rainy season. Water Board has launched an awareness campaign on managing sewage during the monsoon season.