Hyderabad: A swift demolition operation unfolded on Saturday, as the B7 and B8 structures at the Raheja Mindspace complex in the city met their end. This marked the commencement of a renewed phase for the Mindspace development project, and the task was executed by the teams from Edifice Engineering and Jet Demolition.
The removal of these aged buildings sets the stage for a transformation of the area, as expansive structures are set to take their place. The anticipated completion date for this project falls within the fiscal year 2026/2027.
The first structure, boasting a substantial footprint of 1.3 million square feet, is expected to reshape the landscape significantly. The second site, which also underwent demolition today, will soon host a colossal structure measuring 1.6 million square feet.
The Union Home Minister has alerted the states of the country in the wake of the Indo-Pak War. The Telangana government and police, which were immediately alerted, took preemptive measures. Security has been tightened in Hyderabad.
Thirty-two airports across northern and western parts of the country, including Srinagar and Amritsar, have been closed for civilian flight operations till May 15, according to the civil aviation regulator.
In view of the ongoing high alert across India and intensified security arrangements in Hyderabad and Secunderabad, the city police have issued a ban on bursting firecrackers or fireworks in public spaces, particularly near military cantonment areas.
India responded strongly to Pakistan’s repeated drone and missile attacks and hit at least eight military targets inside Pakistan on Friday night with precision, thereby causing significant damage, the Centre told the media, as part of a special briefing on ‘Operation Sindoor’.