Heavy inflows force closure of Moosarambagh Bridge, traffic diverted

Hyderabad police closed Moosarambagh Bridge late Friday night after heavy inflows from Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar raised Musi River levels. Traffic diversions were put in place, marking the fourth closure in a month due to surplus water release.

Hyderabad: The Moosarambagh Bridge was shut down on Friday late at night due to heavy inflows released into Musi River from the twin reservoirs of Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar.

Police have put up barricades on either sides of the bridge and implemented traffic diversions to manage the increased water levels and ensure public safety.

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This is the fourth time in last one month that the bridge has been closed after HMWSSB officials released surplus floodwater into Musi.

Commuters were advised to use alternative routes and diversion plans included redirecting traffic through nearby overpasses and underpasses to alleviate congestion and maintain the flow of vehicles, a police official said.

Local businesses and residents expressed concerns over the potential disruptions caused by the bridge closure. However, officials assured that all necessary measures were in place to minimize inconvenience and ensure the safety of the public.

The closure of the Moosarambagh Bridge is expected to remain in effect until water levels stabilize and conditions improve. Authorities are monitoring the situation and will reopen the bridge once it is deemed safe for public use, said a GHMC senior official.