In another key operation, Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) on Friday removed encroachment on five acres of government land to reclaim the property worth Rs 750 crore.

HYDRA officials removed encroachments on the land in upscale Banjara Hills in the heart of the city and took possession of the property.

The land on Banjara Hills Road No. 10 in Shaikpet Mandal was allegedly encroached by one Parthsatrthy, who had even deployed bouncers and dogs to "protect" it.

According to HYDRAA officials, the government had previously allocated 1.20 acres of the 5 acres to Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board.

Parthasarathi, claiming ownership of the entire 5 acres including the 1.20 acres, approached the court. Parthasarathi fenced the area and statio

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