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The light drizzle, which was active throughout the day on Thursday, turned into proper rain by evening. Multiple locations in Hyderabad received light to moderate showers

Most parts of the city are forecast to receive light rainfall on Thursday, with the exception of localities such as Charminar, Bandlaguda, Ramachandrapuram, and Serilingampally, where rains are expected to be negligible

Several areas in the city, especially the north-eastern parts, witnessed sharp spells of rains that lasted anywhere between 10 and 15 minutes

While the city as a whole saw abundant rainfall, the season was marked by sharp regional disparities, with some areas recording record-breaking downpours, while others grappled with deficit.

The withdrawal has already commenced in several parts of northern India and could be happening here soon stated IMD Hyderabad scientist Dr. A. Shravani

Riddled with potholes, and peeled-off tar, they offer a risky ride for users

According to the Telangana Development Planning Society (TDPS), Sardarmahal in the Malakpet circle received the highest rainfall of 59.3 mm

This heavy inflows has the water body brimming to the core. Against a full tank level of 513.41 m, Hussain Sagar at around 10.30 pm on Saturday had the water level recorded at 513.51 m

Bansilalpet witnesses 68.5 mm of rainfall, the highest, followed closely by Gunfoundry at 68.3 mm

With damp streets clearing up and the sun peeking through, citizens can set aside their umbrellas and take leisurely strolls around, as a break in the rain seems to be on the horizon

While districts in northern part of Telangana, under orange alert, will witness heavy rains, the rest of Telangana will experience moderate rainfall

The scattered downpours started at around 5 pm, leading to significant waterlogging and traffic congestion, making life difficult for commuters.

Despite the morning sunshine bringing cheer to Hyderabad’s residents, the city braces for more evening showers and thunderstorms in the coming days, keeping umbrellas and rain gear close at hand.

City grappling with relentless downpour welcomes the slight respite

Rajendranagar topped the chart with 68.3 mm of rainfall, followed closely by Banjara Hills at 64.3 mm, and Nampally at 62.5 mm.

Secunderabad – Guntur (12706) and Guntur – Secunderabad (12705) services have been cancelled.

The TGSRTC has decided to provide a 10 per cent discount on Hyderabad-Vijayawada route on all the Rajdhani AC and Super Luxury buses.

The public was advised to stay indoors, especially during heavy downpours, and to avoid venturing out unless necessary.

Battered roads across Hyderabad a challenge as civic staff gets busy clearing the mess

GHMC Commissioner Amrapali Kata, directed senior officials to launch extensive cleaning activities at locations where floating material, debris etc are preventing free flow of inundated rain water in colonies.