Residents of 2nd Avenue allege unauthorised construction opposite the Sainikpuri children's park, question building approvals and warn of possible damage to neighbouring homes; CM's Office, GHMC, HYDRAA and AFOCHS urged to act before the situation escalates
SAINIKPURI, SECUNDERABAD, Nov 2026 : Is sainikpuri, a residential neighbourhood established around the vision of providing a peaceful and secure living environment for defence personnel and their families after the brave sacrifices provided for the nation, gradually losing its planned character? That is the serious question being raised by residents and retired military officers following allegations of unauthorised deep excavation and construction activity opposite the Children's Park on 2nd Avenue.
Residents, including senior citizen military veterans, have expressed alarm over what they describe as construction activity inconsistent with the residential character of Armed Forces Officers Co-operative Housing Society (AFOCHS) layout and display of the compulsory TG-bPASS approval documents or site details. Heavy excavation machinery and commercial dumpers were deployed during midnight hours (12 - 4 AM), raising concerns about noise, public inconvenience, road blockage, and safety of adjoining properties. Some occupied homes sit immediately adjacent to the plot.
The matter has been urgently submitted to the Telangana Chief Minister's Office, Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), Disaster Response & Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA), and AFOCHS leadership under relevant statutory provisions.
A RESIDENTIAL LAYOUT OR A CONSTRUCTION FREE-FOR-ALL?
Sainikpuri has long been known for its independent homes, tree-lined streets, and low-density layout. Its association with retired defence personnel has given it a unique identity as a peaceful, green space well known as the lungs of Hyderabad. The colony was developed for single-family housing, not apartments, residential complexes or heavy commercial structures.
The central question raised by residents is whether necessary statutory permissions have been granted for work of this scale if so under whose authority? The absence of a mandatory site board showing permit numbers, floor usage details, or builder credentials has deepened suspicions. Inquiries by residents have failed to yield clear answers regarding sanctioned plans or the legality of the ongoing excavation.
MIDNIGHT EXCAVATION RAISES SERIOUS QUESTIONS
The most disturbing aspect of the activity is that heavy excavation work took place between midnight and 4 AM on the 7th of November 2026 as captured on the cctv cameras of the AFOCHS office according to residents, despite repeated requests and police intervention (Kushaiguda Police Station) CCTV footage captured by nearby residents shows dumpers and excavators operating during these hours. Authorities must examine why work is being conducted under the cover of darkness if all permissions are in order.
DEEP CELLAR: A POTENTIAL SAFETY RISK
The sheer depth of the excavation, a deep, box-shaped pit with concrete retaining pads has raised fears among immediate neighbours. Observers believe the foundation resembles that required for a multi-storey residential complex, apartment or commercial complex rather than a standard residential house.
Unsecured deep cellar excavation poses serious risks:
●Soil instability and potential collapse affecting adjacent building foundations.
●Cracking or settlement of neighbouring boundary walls and structures.
●Structural danger to nearby homes during heavy rains or further digging.
Beyond structural concerns, residents point out that narrow internal roads and existing utility lines (water, sewage, electricity) cannot accommodate commercial traffic or high-density buildings without disrupting the entire street.
WHERE ARE THE BUILDING PERMISSIONS?
The absence of displayed permits remains a key issue. Under TG-bPASS regulations, building permissions must be prominently displayed at the site, specifying approved floor count, usage category, and setback compliance.
If the work is lawful, residents question why standard requirements are blatantly disregarded? If it lacks approval, how has heavy excavation proceeded to this depth without official intervention?
FIVE-POINT DEMAND BY RESIDENTS
- Immediate Stop-Work Order: Issue a formal cease-and-desist order to halt all excavation and construction until full regulatory verification is completed.
- Independent Structural & Geotechnical Audit: Conduct an immediate inspection of the site and adjoining homes to assess soil stability and structural risk.
- Verification & Public Disclosure of Approvals: Clarify whether TG-bPASS or GHMC approvals have been issued, and if so, publish sanctioned plans and floor-usage details.
- Strict Enforcement of Layout Character: Ensure plot usage conforms strictly to AFOCHS bye-laws governing residential colonies.
- Action Against Unauthorized Night Construction: Investigate and penalize night-time heavy machinery operation conducted in violation of police directions and noise norms.
SAINIKPURI DESERVES PROTECTION, NOT NEGLECT
Established as a colony for those who served the nation, Sainikpuri's quiet character is now at risk. Residents stress they are not opposed to lawful construction like a single-family residential home. But those carried out without visible permits and at midnight, cannot be ignored.
The community's request is simple: Will authorities act in time to protect a peaceful neighbourhood and prevent structural damage before an irreversible incident occurs?
Team Maverick
