Heavy rain lashes Hyderabad, traffic jams reported across city

The heavy showers resulted in waterlogging at some locations and slowed vehicular movement on several major roads. Traffic congestion was reported in multiple areas as commuters struggled to navigate rain-hit stretches.

The rainfall came amid an active weather system over Telangana. The India Meteorological Department has forecast moderate rain for Hyderabad and issued broader warnings for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places across Telangana in the coming days.

The weather conditions also prompted the state administration to step up preparedness. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy directed civic and police authorities to coordinate closely, monitor the situation and take measures to prevent waterlogging and traffic disruptions.

Traffic police personnel were deployed at several locations to regulate movement and assist commuters. Recent rain-related congestion has also been reported along stretches including the Gachibowli-Raidurg corridor, where waterlogging and ongoing infrastructure works have contributed to traffic slowdowns.

The latest spell follows several days of rainfall across Telangana. Despite the recent showers, the state's cumulative monsoon rainfall deficit remained around 20% as of September 22, according to reports citing weather officials.

The IMD has forecast further heavy rainfall activity across Telangana through September 26, with particularly intense conditions expected in several eastern and northeastern districts. Residents have been advised to exercise caution during periods of heavy rain, particularly while travelling through low-lying and waterlogged areas.