The New Indian Express. HYDERABAD: The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) will focus on restoring historic stepwells in the city alongside its ongoing lake revival efforts, Special. According to the officials, Telangana has more than 600 stepwells, of which over 160 are located in Hyderabad. Hyderabad step wells will be restored by HYDRAA to support groundwater recharge, preserve heritage and help reduce urban waterlogging.