Hyderabad Heavy Rains: Joint CP Traffic Joel Davis Inspects Waterlogging Points, Issues Advisory for Commuters
Hyderabad Joint CP Traffic Joel Davis inspected major waterlogging points during heavy rains and issued a public advisory asking citizens to avoid unnecessary travel and follow Hyderabad Traffic Police updates.
Hyderabad: Following heavy rainfall across Hyderabad on July 28, 2026, Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Hyderabad City, Sri Joel Davis, IPS, conducted field inspections at major waterlogging points, including Lakdikapul, Ayodhya Junction, and PTI Masab Tank, to ensure smooth traffic flow and public safety. During the inspection, he reviewed water drainage arrangements and traffic regulation measures, while the Hyderabad Traffic Police issued an advisory asking citizens to avoid unnecessary travel, drive carefully, and follow official traffic updates.
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Joel Davis Reviews Waterlogging and Traffic Management
According to the Hyderabad City Traffic Police, Joint CP Sri Joel Davis, IPS personally inspected major waterlogging locations in the city in view of the heavy rains.
The inspection covered:
- Lakdikapul
- Ayodhya Junction
- PTI Masab Tank
During the visit, he reviewed the water drainage arrangements and traffic regulation measures being implemented on the ground.
The department stated that rainwater accumulation has slowed vehicle movement in several parts of Hyderabad, and traffic personnel have been actively deployed on city roads to regulate traffic and ensure commuter safety.
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Hyderabad Traffic Police Issues Advisory for Citizens
The Hyderabad City Traffic Police issued the following advisory for residents and commuters:
- Avoid unnecessary travel: Citizens are strongly advised to stay indoors and avoid stepping out unless it is absolutely necessary.
- Drive safely: Those travelling on the roads should drive cautiously at very low speeds and strictly follow the instructions of traffic police personnel on duty.
- Plan extra travel time: People who must travel urgently are advised to allow sufficient extra time because traffic is moving slowly due to waterlogging.
- Follow official updates: Citizens are requested to check the official Hyderabad Traffic Police social media handles for real-time traffic updates and advisories.
Traffic Police Continue Monitoring Rain Situation
The Hyderabad Traffic Police said that officers remain on the roads to manage traffic movement and respond to waterlogging-related issues as heavy rains continue to affect different parts of the city.
The advisory has been issued in the interest of public safety and smooth traffic management.
Amid heavy rains in Hyderabad on July 28, 2026, Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Sri Joel Davis, IPS personally inspected waterlogging points at Lakdikapul, Ayodhya Junction, and PTI Masab Tank to review drainage and traffic management arrangements. The Hyderabad City Traffic Police have urged citizens to avoid unnecessary travel, drive carefully at low speeds, plan additional travel time, and follow official traffic updates while traffic personnel continue managing the situation on city roads.
