Hyderabad|India|March'2010: Chief Minister Dr. K Rosaiah expressed satisfaction that the situation is fast improving in the old city areas and that there were no untoward incidents in the curfew and non-curfew areas today. Dr Rosaiah held a review meeting on the latest situation in the old city areas with ministers, DGP and other top officials from camp office soon after his return from Chittoor.

The Chief Minister thanked all religious leaders and all political parties for their wholehearted cooperation in bringing back normalcy in the old city areas. Dr. Rosaiah said Hyderabad is historically known for peace and communal harmony and hence it is our paramount duty to keep aloft the 'Brand Hyderabad' name.

The DGP explained to the Chief Minister that the situation is by and large peaceful in the curfew and non-curfew areas, There were no untoward incidents when the curfew was relaxed in the old city areas today. He was told that Milk, vegetables and other essential commodities were supplied through selected outlets in sufficient quantities. The Chief Minister asked the Police officers to see that people are not put to hardships. He specifically told them not to cause any inconvenience to patients who need emergency medical services. The Chief Minister advised the City Commissioner of Police to extend the curfew relaxation period taking the situation into consideration to reduce hardships of the people.

The Chief Minister once again appealed to the people to remain calm and assured that the government will take all necessary steps to restore peace and communal harmony in the city. He also stated that all trouble-makers and mischief mongers will not be spared and stern action will be taken against them.

The DGP told the Chief Minister that the situation was under control today and there were no untoward incidents. Peace prevailed throughout the city. The Chief Minister once again appealed to the people not to believe in any rumours and baseless provocative SMSs etc. Dr. Rosaiah said the Government is closely monitoring the situation and will take appropriate action accordingly.

Home Minister Mrs. Sabita Indra Reddy, Chief Secertary, Mr.S V Parasad, DGP, Mr. R R Girish Kumar, IG (Intelligence), Mr.M Mahender Reddy, City Police Commissioner, Mr.A.K.Khan; Commissioner, GHMC, Mr.Sameer Sharma, and other officials were present.

Reachout's News Bureau
March' 2010