After a long period of occasional light showers, heavy rains lashed the city on the evening of Friday, July 18, resulting in waterlogging in many areas.
The Hyderabad Traffic police has advised people to stay indoors and avoid travelling if possible, owing to high lightning risk amid the heavy rains.
The traffic police informed of slow vehicular movement from JBS,
Kharkana, Mc, Donald, RTA Tirumalgherry towards Alwal Junction.
They have also advised commuters travelling from PVNR, Attapur & Narsingi towards Lakdikapul & Banjara Hills to take alternate routes to avoid delays.
Water logging is causing a traffic congestion at MBNR X Roads, OP Chatrinaka, New Market Metro Station near Akshaya Hotel, Indira Park and Mastan Cafe.