Hyderabad: Boulder slide disrupts traffic and sparks safety concerns in Malkajgiri

A boulder rolled down a road in Malkajgiri on Thursday due to heavy rains from Cyclone Montha, causing traffic disruption and alarming residents. Police and DRF services responded, while authorities urged vigilance and reporting of potential further landslides

Hyderabad: In a landslide on the busy road between Goutham Nagar and Mallikarjun Nagar in Malkajgiri, a huge boulder rolled down, sparking tension and concern among the residents on Thursday.

The incident caused disruption to traffic and posed a threat to the safety of the local community. Police and DRF services were deployed to the scene to manage the situation and ensure the safety of those affected.

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According to initial reports, the incident occurred due to a heavy downpour caused by Cyclone Montha. The incident occurred at around 12.30 pm on Thursday, when luckily the commuter movement was less on the road stretch. A local resident, Emmanuel, told Telangana Today, “The boulder came down with a huge sound and all of us were scared and worried.”

Meanwhile, the local police barricaded the area and restricted traffic on the stretch. Residents expressed their concerns about the potential for further landslides, urging the GHMC and police to take immediate action to prevent such incidents. In the aftermath of the landslide, authorities advised residents to remain vigilant and report any signs of instability in the area.