Hyderabad’s 17th century stepwell restored in Bansilalpet

Restoration of Hyderabad’s rich heritage received a big boost with the unveiling of the restored stepwell in Bansilalpet area of Secunderabad here on Monday.

The Telangana government completed restoration of the 17th century stepwell which was in dilapidated condition and filled with garbage.

The stepwell had once served drinking water needs of the locality, but later was neglected to turn into a garbage dump. The revived stepwell will



prevent inundation and improve the groundwater levels.

The urban development authorities plan to turn it into a tourist attraction and a cultural centre.

Minister for municipal administration and urban development K.T. Rama Rao inaugurated the restored stepwell.

He expressed happiness over the completion of the project with the participation of various non-governmental organisations.