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The Hyderabad Traffic Police have launched a unique road safety campaign by deploying actors dressed as Lord Yama Dharma Raju at busy junctions. The initiative, in collaboration with NGOs, aims to create a psychological impact on violators by blending cultural symbolism with enforcement.

A 24-year-old man was arrested in Gachibowli after allegedly driving under the influence, hitting a vehicle and ramming a traffic constable who jumped onto the bonnet to avoid injury. Two cases were registered.

Hyderabad Traffic Police conducted road safety awareness programmes for commercial drivers and college students. Officials stressed defensive driving, helmet use and safe practices. Free eye screenings were also organised for drivers to reduce accident risks and promote responsible road behaviour

Hyderabad Traffic Police registered 9,142 cases in 10 days against motorists blocking free-left turns, citing traffic congestion and accident risks. Joint Commissioner Joel Davis emphasised ongoing road safety drives to ensure smooth traffic and protect law-abiding commuters.

Hyderabad traffic police have issued a diversion advisory for the Chatrapathi Shivaji Jayanthi procession from Puranapool Darwaza to Salarjung Bridge. Several routes will be diverted between 11 am and 6 pm to manage traffic during the procession and public meeting.

Hyderabad Traffic Police booked 415 persons, while Cyberabad Police apprehended 196 during weekend drunk driving checks. Several offenders recorded high blood alcohol levels. All accused will have to appear before court as part of the enforcement drive.

The Hyderabad Traffic Police will launch a special enforcement drive from March 1 targeting motorists driving without a valid Driving Licence. Officials said focused checks will improve compliance and curb minor driving, with strict action against violators and vehicle owners

Hyderabad Traffic Police announced traffic restrictions around Darussalam on February 14 due to the Darussalam Day event at AIMIM headquarters. Diversions will be in place from 4 pm to 11 pm at major junctions, with vehicles rerouted through alternate roads.

Hyderabad Traffic Police booked 21,713 motorists for wrong-side driving during a special enforcement drive held in the first week of February. The action aims to curb accidents and congestion, with police combining strict enforcement and public awareness measures.

In Hyderabad, Chaderghat police arrested a man in Malakpet for tampering with his vehicle’s registration number plate to evade traffic challans. The altered plate led to 23 challans being wrongly issued to the rightful owner of the registration number.

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