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International Journal of Political Science

Volume  11, Issue 1, Jan-June 2025, Pages 55-63
 

Review Article

HYDRA: Building a Disaster-Resilient Hyderabad for the Future

Gedam Kamalakar

Post-Doctoral Fellow, Department of Political Science, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
 

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DOI: 10.21088/ijops.2454.9371.11125.7

Abstract

This content presents the HYDRA (Hyderabad Disaster Resilience and Assets) project, a comprehensive project to transform Hyderabad into a disaster-resilient city. Hyderabad, one of the largest cities in India, faces increasing risks of natural disasters such as floods, heat waves, and urban failure. HYDRA works to address these challenges using risk assessment, infrastructure development, and community engagement strategies. Early warning and smart solutions. In addition, it emphasizes the role of public-private partnerships (PPPs) and institutional collaboration to ensure a coordinated response. Give special attention to vulnerable groups and support sustainable urban planning to reduce long-term risks. Labah has become a model for disaster management in emerging megacities. The initiative highlights the need for good infrastructure and governance to protect lives, safeguard the economy and make cities sustainable for the future.
 


Keywords : • Urbanization • Flood resilience • Policy analysis • Disaster management
Corresponding Author : Gedam. Kamalakar