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Hyderabad Traffic Police will soon inform employers of motorists caught driving under the influence as part of a tougher deterrent against drunk driving, aiming to curb repeat offences and improve road safety under the ‘Arrive Alive’ campaign

The Hyderabad City Traffic Police have issued an advisory regarding traffic diversions in connection with the SIT investigation at Nandi Nagar, Banjara Hills, on Sunday. Diversions will begin from 11 am and will be enforced on a need basis.

A fire at a furniture shop in Nampally caused heavy traffic disruptions on Saturday. Hyderabad Traffic Police and District Collector Harichandana Dasari advised commuters to use alternate routes and visitors to postpone their trip to the Numaish exhibition.

The Hyderabad Traffic Police jailed 270 motorists caught drunk driving during intensive enforcement drives held between December 24 and 31, 2025. Courts swiftly convicted the offenders, awarding varying terms of imprisonment.

The Telangana High Court has ruled that police cannot stop vehicles or compel motorists to pay pending traffic challans on the spot. Justice NV Shravan Kumar directed that recovery of fines must follow due process of law, including court notices and adjudication.

Hyderabad Traffic Police caught 305 persons during a night drunken driving check, including 242 two-wheelers, 26 three-wheelers, 35 four-wheelers, and 2 heavy vehicles. Thirteen recorded BAC levels above 300 mg/100 ml, and all will face magistrate proceedings.

The Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced traffic diversions and road closures from January 15 for about 60 days due to elevated corridor construction between Malakpet and Saidabad. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes to avoid congestion.

Hyderabad Traffic Police caught 404 people for drunk driving during Saturday night checks. The offenders included 349 two-wheelers, 25 three-wheelers, and 31 four-wheelers. Twelve drivers had dangerously high BAC levels. Cases have been registered, and court action is pending.

The Hyderabad Traffic Police have issued a traffic advisory ahead of Sankranti, warning of heavy vehicular movement between January 9 and 13, with return traffic expected to peak from January 16 to 19. Citizens have been advised to plan journeys in advance, avoid peak hours, and use public transport.

Police booked 2,731 persons for drunken driving during special New Year’s eve checks across Hyderabad, Cyberabad and Malkajgiri. The drive was supervised by top officials to prevent accidents, with traffic police conducting checks at multiple locations

Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced traffic restrictions around Nampally from January 1 to February 15 due to the 85th All India Industrial Exhibition. Diversions will affect RTC buses, private buses, and heavy vehicles from multiple routes including SA Bazaar, Jambagh, Begum Bazar, and Bahadurpura.

Hyderabad traffic police booked 403 drivers during a special night drive on Saturday. Most offenders were two-wheeler riders, and nine drivers recorded very high alcohol levels. All those caught will have to appear before the court.

Hyderabad traffic police caught 474 people driving drunk during weekend checks. Most were two-wheeler riders, followed by three-wheeler and four-wheeler drivers. Nine had extremely high alcohol levels. All offenders will be taken to court for legal action.

The Hyderabad Traffic Police booked 552 motorists during weekend drunken-driving checks across the city. Those caught, including riders and drivers with high BAC levels, must appear in court. Police said the zero-tolerance enforcement drive will continue.

The Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced traffic restrictions across major junctions in Secunderabad, Begumpet, and Trimulgherry on November 21 and 22 due to President Droupadi Murmu’s visit. Diversions will be enforced during specific time slots, affecting key routes including CTO, Rasoolpura, Punjagutta, and Raj Bhavan.

Hyderabad and Cyberabad police conducted special weekend checks, catching 925 drunk drivers, mostly two-wheelers. Several recorded dangerously high BAC levels, with some exceeding 300 mg/100 ml. Authorities have booked cases, warning the public against drunk driving to ensure road safety

Hyderabad Traffic Police intensified action against wrong-side driving after booking over 10,000 motorists in a week. Officials said the offence is a major cause of accidents and congestion. Special drives, surveillance, and awareness campaigns are being conducted to curb violations

Hyderabad traffic police have announced a nine-month advisory due to the construction of an elevated corridor between Paradise Junction and Dairy Farm Road. Key stretches including Rajiv Gandhi Statue Junction to Balamrai will be closed, with diversions mapped out for commuters from Balanagar, Suchitra, and Tank Bund areas.

Hyderabad RTA and Traffic Police conducted surprise inspections targeting long-distance private buses, seizing several for safety violations including blocked emergency exits, expired fire extinguishers, lack of emergency hammers, and invalid permits. Officers warned strict action will continue in coming weeks.

After the deadly bus accident in Kurnool, the Hyderabad Traffic Police and Transport Department launched special inspection drives across the city. Officials checked documents and fitness certificates of private buses, seizing those operating without valid permits.