Sankranti Rush in Hyderabad, Traffic Police Issue City-Wide Advisory for Smooth Travel
Hyderabad Traffic Police issue city-wide advisory ahead of Sankranti 2026, warning of heavy traffic from Jan 9 to 13 and return rush till Jan 19. Key routes, helpline, and travel tips announced.
Hyderabad: Ahead of the Sankranti Festival 2026, the Hyderabad Traffic Police have issued a city-wide traffic advisory to manage the expected surge in vehicular movement across Hyderabad. Heavy traffic is anticipated from January 9 to January 13, with return congestion likely between January 16 and January 19, as thousands of people travel to their native places across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
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The advisory aims to help commuters plan their journeys better and avoid inconvenience during the festive rush.
Areas Likely to Face Heavy Traffic During Sankranti
According to traffic officials, moderate to heavy congestion is expected in several key locations due to increased movement of buses, private vehicles, autos, and pedestrians. The affected routes include:
- Kachiguda Railway Station
- Secunderabad Railway Station
- MGBS – Aramghar corridor
- SR Nagar – Lakdikapool
- Rethibowli – Aramghar via Attapur
- Kachiguda – Ramanthapur
- MGBS – Dilsukhnagar
These stretches are expected to remain busy, especially during peak travel hours.
Traffic Police Advice for Commuters
To ensure smooth travel during the Sankranti rush, the Hyderabad Traffic Police have urged citizens to follow these guidelines:
- Plan travel in advance
- Avoid peak hours whenever possible
- Use alternate routes
- Prefer Metro Rail and public transport
- Follow traffic rules and cooperate with police personnel
Real-time traffic updates will be shared through official social media handles to help commuters stay informed.
Emergency Helpline and Live Updates
For live traffic updates and advisories, citizens can follow:
- Hyderabad Traffic Police on Facebook
- @HYDP on X (Twitter)
In case of emergencies, commuters can contact the traffic helpline at 9010203626.
Appeal for Public Cooperation
Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic) D. Joel Davis appealed to the public to cooperate with traffic personnel and follow advisories to ensure safe, smooth, and hassle-free travel during Sankranti 2026.
With careful planning and public cooperation, authorities aim to manage the festive traffic efficiently and reduce inconvenience across the city.
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