In the lead-up to the Lok Sabha elections, Hyderabad witnessed a series of traffic diversions due to various political events. Since March, commuters have faced persistent traffic snarls, particularly along the Begumpet, Somajiguda and Panjagutta stretch, as authorities prepare for polling scheduled on May 13.
Citizens have experienced mounting delays and disruptions in their daily routines, navigating through diverted paths amidst election-related adjustments. Whether it’s high-profile visits by national leaders or local corner meetings, authorities have actively managed traffic flow to ensure order and security while accommodating the democratic process.
The traffic police of the tri-commissionerate of the twin cities issued a series of diversions starting from February 27, when Chief Minister of Telangana Revanth Reddy addressed a public meeting at Farah Institute of Engineering and Technology College in Chevella. On March 12, several political events, including visits by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and a Mahila Sadassu meeting, led to road closures and diversions, causing congestion in surrounding areas.
