5 buildings and structures from Telangana selected for International Green Apple Awards

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Five buildings and structures from Telangana have been selected to receive the 'International Green Apple Awards for Beautiful Buildings' in the Urban and Real Estate Sector category. 

An overview of the news

• These awards are presented by 'The Green Organisation,' an independent non-profit organization based in London.

• This is the first time any building or structure in India has received these prestigious awards and all five nominated structures from Telangana have been recognised.

Selected buildings and constructions from Telangana

1. Mozzam-Jahi Market (Heritage category)

• This building has been acknowledged for its exceptional restoration and re-use. 

• The market holds historical significance and has been beautifully preserved and adapted for contemporary use.

2. Durgam Cheruvu Cable Bridge (Bridge category)

• The unique design of this cable bridge has earned it recognition. 

• It showcases innovative engineering and adds to the aesthetic appeal of the surrounding area.

3. B R Ambedkar Telangana State Secretariat Building (Aesthetically designed office and workspace building category)

• This building stands out for its architectural beauty and well-thought-out design. 

• It provides an efficient and visually appealing workspace for government officials.

4. Integrated Command Control Centre of Telangana Police (Unique office category)

• This structure has been acknowledged for its uniqueness and functionality as a command and control center. 

• It incorporates advanced technology and serves as a hub for monitoring and managing various operations of the Telangana Police.

5. Yadadri Temple (Excellent religious structures category)

• The temple, dedicated to Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy, has been recognized for its excellence in religious architecture. 

• It showcases intricate craftsmanship and devotion to detail.

About Green Organization

• The Green Organization, founded in 1994 in London, is an independent non-profit organization that focuses on acknowledging, rewarding, and promoting environmental best practices globally. 

• Since 2016, they have been organizing the annual 'Green Apple Awards' in London, UK. 

• These awards aim to recognize and appreciate businesses, local authorities, and communities that demonstrate outstanding efforts in environmental sustainability. 

• One of the categories within these awards is the "International Beautiful Buildings Green Apple Awards," which specifically honors buildings that have a positive and visually appealing impact on their surroundings, among other criteria.

• The Green Apple Awards play a significant role in recognizing and encouraging environmentally responsible construction and design practices.