SINDHI COLONY WEARS COMMERCIAL LOOK

Many residential areas have turned into commercial spaces, violating the civic rules.

Sindhi Colony, which was meant to house the refugees from Sindh after the partition of India, has now become one of the leading commercial streets.

From chattered accountants, garments, grocery stores to street food, the colony is packed. Flats have been rented out for godowns, beauty parlours, fast food joints and others. “It isn’t easy to keep a vigil on properties or occupants when houses are let out for commercial activities. People prefer to let it out for commercial purposes though it is objected by the colony or apartment welfare associations,” said Mr Ronnie Jain, a resident of Sindhi Colony

Another example is Srinagar colony, which was known for its marble manufacturing units. Of late, many educational institutions and offices have sprung up in the area as it is centrally located, connecting Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills, Ameerpet and Panjagutta. Call centres and film producers have also started shops in the area.

A few colonies that have turned into commercial hubs are Motinagar, Kukatpally, A.S. Raonagar, Radhika, Dilshuknagar, Ameerpet, Chirag galli, Sultan Bazaar, Road number 12 Banjara Hills, MLA Colony, ACB headquarters. On the eastern side, Nagole and Uppal (highly commercial due to the Uppal-Warangal highway ) top the list. In the northern area, Alwal, Trimulgherry, Venkatapuram, Tadbund, Mudfort do a brisk business.

On the other hand, colonies with a strong resident welfare association have been able to prevent commercialisation of residential properties.