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Recent tragic mishaps in Hyderabad, including electrocution deaths during a chariot procession and a Ganesha idol accident, have renewed concerns over civic safety. Citizens and activists blame poor coordination, faulty infrastructure, and lapses by GHMC, electricity, and police departments

Heavy rains have left Hyderabad roads riddled with potholes, causing severe traffic disruptions. Commuters across IT corridors and major routes expressed frustration at GHMC’s poor monsoon preparedness. Of 10,110 potholes identified, 6,380 have been repaired, according to GHMC’s latest report.

GHMC Commissioner R.V. Karnan inaugurated the Indie Puppy Adoption Fair at Jalagam Vengalrao Park, urging adopters to treat native puppies as family. Of the 39 healthy puppies showcased, 24 were adopted. The fair promoted the slogan “Adopt, Don’t Shop.”

After a dry day, Hyderabad witnessed moderate to heavy rainfall on Friday night across several areas, especially in the Medchal-Malkajgiri district. Due to public holiday, the vehicular traffic on roads was light, and waterlogging had minimal impact.

Heavy floodwaters from Himayatsagar caused garbage and plastic waste to accumulate at Hyderabad’s Moosarambagh bridge, obstructing the Musi River’s flow and affecting nearby low-lying areas. HYDRAA, along with DRF, MET, and GHMC, launched a cleanup operation using heavy machinery, successfully restoring the river flow.

As heavy rains continue to pound Hyderabad, the HMWSSB has ramped up emergency measures, deploying response teams and intensifying monitoring of 141 flood-prone hotspots. Officials have been directed to prevent sewer overflows, ensure water quality, and reinforce manhole safety.

With heavy rains lashing Hyderabad, GHMC Commissioner R.V. Karnan urged residents to stay indoors unless necessary. Monitoring the situation from the control room, he announced employee leave cancellations and issued safety, traffic, and complaint registration guidelines for citizens.

GHMC Commissioner R.V. Karnan inspected the Moosarambagh bridge on Wednesday as Musi River levels rose following heavy rain forecasts. He urged inter-departmental coordination, safety compliance, and swift response measures to protect residents and complete key infrastructure works on time.

Following heavy rains, GHMC has warned Hyderabad residents about 358 unsafe structures. The civic body is monitoring buildings, cellar excavations, and retaining wall works, while cancelling leave for Town Planning officials to ensure urgent action on high-risk properties.

The India Meteorological Department has issued an alert for very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across Telangana. In response, the School Education department has declared full holidays for government and private schools in Hanamkonda, Jangaon, Mahabubabad, Warangal, and Yadadri districts for two days.

GHMC and police officials held a review meeting to ensure smooth Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations from August 27 to September 6, with focus on safety, road repairs, and quality infrastructure at pandals

Ahead of anticipated heavy rains, Hyderabad In-charge Minister Ponnam Prabhakar convened a coordination meeting with key officials from GHMC, HYDRAA, HMWSSB, and other departments to discuss precautionary measures aimed at minimising public inconvenience.

HMWSSB continued operating Himayat Sagar’s floodgates for a third day on Saturday as inflows reached 500 cusecs. Osman Sagar levels also rose, while GHMC reported Hussain Sagar’s inflows and outflows, alerting low-lying areas to possible waterlogging risks.

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan conducted inspections of waterlogged areas in Hyderabad after heavy rain and urged citizens to avoid flooded zones. Officials were directed to coordinate with DRF and Traffic Police for relief work and safety measures

Hussain Sagar reached brimful capacity on Friday morning following Thursday’s heavy rains, with inflows of 1,234 cusecs and outflows of 1,523 cusecs. GHMC officials are maintaining controlled releases as more rain is forecast for Hyderabad.

Heavy rains in Hyderabad on Thursday led to severe waterlogging and traffic snarls, with residents venting their anger on social media over GHMC’s inaction. Commuters reported being stuck for hours and demanded urgent measures to tackle recurring rain-related chaos.

The Cyberabad Traffic Police have urged Hyderabad residents to stay alert to changing weather conditions, with moderate to intense thunderstorms forecast from Friday evening to early Saturday morning. Rainfall between 25 mm and 45 mm is possible in some localities.

The Telangana MA&UD department approved GHMC’s proposal to prepare a comprehensive stormwater master plan for the Telangana Core Urban Region. The plan will address flooding, drainage issues, and sustainable water flow using GIS and hydrological modelling technologies

A road cave-in over a nala on Banjara Hills Road No. 1 led to a severe water shortage for 150 families in Maheshwari Towers. Residents blamed GHMC officials for failing to lift the tanker and resolve the supply disruption

A 10,000-litre water tanker caused a major road cave-in at Banjara Hills' Naveen Nagar after the nala beneath collapsed. No injuries were reported, but traffic was disrupted and residents expressed anger over GHMC’s alleged negligence in maintaining infrastructure.