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A cleaner, safer Telangana
starts with you.

Public OS is an independent civic reporting platform for Telangana. We make it simple for citizens to report local issues, follow progress, and help build stronger, more accountable communities.

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Telangana Districts

Telangana districts mapped.

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Built for and by the people of Telangana.

Why Public OS exists

Civic issues affect everyday life, but reporting them is often difficult and the progress is hard to track. Public OS aims to make the process simpler, more transparent and accessible to everyone.

Today: common challenges

  • Multiple channels and unclear process.
  • Limited visibility on progress.
  • Difficult to track reported issues.
  • Citizens unsure if issues are resolved.

Our approach

  • Simple and easy issue reporting.
  • Location-based, structured reports.
  • Public tracking with status updates.
  • Helps build more accountable communities.

How it works

Report a civic issue in a few simple steps.

  1. 01

    Capture a photo

    Take a photo or choose from your gallery.

  2. 02

    Pin your location

    Use your current location or select manually on the map.

  3. 03

    Submit the issue

    Add a category, title and a short description.

  4. 04

    Track its status

    Get a unique reference number and follow progress online.

What can citizens report?

A wide range of civic issues that affect our communities.

  • Roads & Potholes

    Potholes, damaged roads, footpaths and dividers.

  • Garbage & Sanitation

    Overflowing bins, poor waste collection and dumping.

  • Water Supply

    Interrupted supply, leaks and low pressure.

  • Drainage & Sewage

    Waterlogging, blocked drains and sewer problems.

  • Streetlights

    Non-functional or damaged streetlights.

  • Public Infrastructure

    Bus stops, public toilets, stormwater drains and more.

  • Parks & Public Spaces

    Parks, open spaces and other public amenities.

  • Encroachments

    Obstructions on roads, footpaths and public land.

  • Traffic & Road Safety

    Signals, crossings and other road-safety hazards.

  • Other

    Civic issues that do not fit the categories above.

Trust, privacy and transparency

  • Independent platform

    An independent civic reporting platform for Telangana. Not an official Government of Telangana service.

  • Privacy-aware reporting

    You can report issues without creating an account. We do not publicly display personal contact information.

  • Trackable status updates

    Reports are publicly trackable with status updates. While we share information transparently, we do not guarantee a government response.

Meet the founder

Praveen Peddisetty

Founder, Public OS

An independent civic technology initiative for a cleaner, safer Telangana.

Frequently asked questions

Is Public OS a government website?

No. Public OS is an independent civic reporting platform and is not an official Government of Telangana service.

Do I need an account to report an issue?

No. Citizens can submit reports without registering or signing in.

How are reports reviewed?

Submitted reports can be reviewed through the Public OS administration workflow. Status updates reflect actions recorded within Public OS and should not be interpreted as official government verification.

Does a report guarantee a government response?

No. Public OS helps document and track civic issues, but it cannot guarantee that government authorities will respond or resolve them.

How can I track my report?

Use the unique reference number generated after submission and open the Track a Report page. Track a Report