Hyderabad, June 27 -- In a major anti-encroachment drive, the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Assets Protection Agency (HYDRAA) on Saturday, June 27, conducted a large-scale operation in Hasmathpet near Old Bowenpally in Balanagar Mandal of Medchal-Malkajgiri district, reclaiming nearly 10 acres of government land.

Officials estimated the market value of the recovered land at around Rs 750 crore.

According to revenue records, Survey No. 1 in Hasmathpet comprises a total of 108 acres of government land. Authorities stated that nearly 98 acres have already been encroached upon over the years, with houses and residential structures constructed on the occupied land.

During Saturday's operation, HYDRAA officials avoided disturbing already i...