GOLCONDA STREET

Alive Street And The Dead People

As I gazed upon the majestic Golconda Fort, bathed in the warm glow of the rising sun, I was awestruck by its grandeur and beauty. It was a testament to the rich history and culture of our ancestors, a sight to behold. However, as I slowly ventured deeper into the streets of Golconda, I was met with a stark contrast. The once-vibrant historical streets, brimming with life and stories, now lay broken and neglected. Yet, as I looked upon the walls, adorned with intricate carvings and designs, I felt them whispering tales of the past. Each stone seemed to hold a precious memory, an anecdote of our ancestors' lives and times.

Sadly, the people of these streets seemed unaware of this beauty, too caught up in their daily routines to appreciate the rich history and culture that surrounded them. They were oblivious to the grandeur of their ancestors and seemed almost dead to the world around them Sayed Mohammad, a retired police officer, shared that the streets were once much larger, able to accommodate 4 to 5 elephants walking abreast. However, with the end of the Nizam's rule and the merging of Hyderabad with India, outsiders began settling in the area, particularly around existing markets like Golconda Street Slowly but surely, people started encroaching on forest areas and building homes on the streets, leading to the proliferation of shops and bustling commerce

Unfortunately, this rapid expansion came at a cost

The sewage problem was rampant, leaving the streets in a state of disarray. Despite the efforts of hardworking street cleaners, many of the streets remained unclean and unkempt

As I walked through the streets, a sense of loss and nostalgia washed over me. The beauty and grandeur of the past had been forgotten, buried beneath the hustle and bustle of modern life It was a stark reminder that while progress is essential, we must never forget our roots and the legacy of our ancestors.