Hyderabad Rain Alert: Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar Urges Public to Avoid Non-Essential Travel, Follow Traffic Advisories
Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar urges citizens to avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rains, follow traffic advisories, and call Dial 100 for emergencies as Hyderabad braces for more rainfall.
Amid heavy rainfall in Hyderabad, Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar, IPS, has urged people to remain alert, avoid unnecessary travel during rain, and follow official weather warnings and traffic advisories. On July 30, 2026, the Commissioner personally inspected traffic conditions at Panjagutta and Khairatabad Junctions and issued instructions to officials to ensure public safety during the ongoing heavy rains.
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Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar Reviews Traffic Situation
According to a press release dated July 30, 2026, Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar, IPS advised the public to closely monitor weather updates and warnings issued by the Meteorological Centre and plan their daily travel accordingly.
On Thursday, the Commissioner personally inspected:
- Panjagutta Junction
- Khairatabad Junction
He reviewed vehicle movement and traffic conditions and issued several directions to police personnel deployed on duty.
Hyderabad Police Working with GHMC and Other Departments
The Commissioner said the Hyderabad Police is working in complete coordination with the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) and all other government departments to ensure that people do not face difficulties due to the heavy rains.
He added that traffic personnel would remain available on the ground continuously to prevent traffic congestion and assist commuters.
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Public Asked to Stay Away from Dangerous Areas
Commissioner Sajjanar advised citizens to avoid:
- Open manholes
- Fallen electric wires
- Electric poles during rainfall
He also asked motorists to reduce speed and drive carefully in:
- Waterlogged low-lying areas
- Near flyovers
Avoid Going Out Unless It Is an Emergency
The Commissioner said the Meteorological Centre has forecast heavy rainfall for the next two days.
In view of the forecast, he appealed to the public not to step out of their homes unless it is absolutely necessary while it is raining.
For emergencies or traffic-related assistance, citizens have been advised to contact Dial 100.
Follow Official Traffic Advisories
Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar requested the public to regularly follow traffic advisories issued by the Hyderabad City Traffic Police through social media and other media platforms to ensure safe travel to their destinations.
With heavy rainfall expected over the next two days, Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar, IPS, has appealed to residents to stay alert, avoid unnecessary travel during rain, and follow weather warnings and official traffic advisories. Hyderabad Police, in coordination with GHMC and other government departments, is monitoring traffic conditions and ensuring public safety, while citizens have been asked to call Dial 100 in case of emergencies or for traffic assistance.
