Cyberabad Police advise work from home as rains disrupt traffic
Hyderabad: The Cyberabad Traffic Police issued an advisory on Friday, urging companies in the IT corridor to adopt work-from-home policies due to persistent rainfall that has caused waterlogging across the region. The Hyderabad Traffic Police also appealed to citizens to avoid non-essential travel.
The Joint Commissioner of Police, Traffic, Cyberabad, explained that the advisory aims to ensure public safety, reduce congestion, and support uninterrupted emergency services.
Chaos on the roads: Multiple waterlogging reports
The advisory was followed by a flurry of alerts throughout the morning, painting a picture of a severely impacted commute. Key areas affected include:
In Miyapur, waterlogging near the HDFC Bank and the MY Home Mangala underpass caused Miyapur Pipeline Road to close. Commuters should use Mayuri Nagar instead. In Gachibowli, water built up near Kritunga Restaurant in Gowlidoddi and at SMR Vinay on the road from HCU Depot to Masjid Banda.
In Madhapur, there was heavy water near Image Hospital, Parwathnagar Village, and Lucky Restaurant. Authorities are using pumps and expect to clear the water within an hour. In Katedan, the Old Kurnool Road Railway Underpass was flooded, and staff are working to clear the drains. In Shaikpet, waterlogging was seen opposite KIMS Hospital and at the start of the Shaikpet Flyover.
Cyberabad Traffic Police personnel are deployed at these locations to manage traffic and clear water.
— Cyberabad Traffic Police (@CYBTRAFFIC) September 26, 2025
Ongoing rainfall forecast
The forecast for the Cyberabad region indicated multiple spells of moderate rain throughout the day and night, with occasional moderate to heavy spells. Weather conditions are expected to remain overcast with persistent wet conditions.
An Orange alert was in effect for some durations during morning and night hours, with rains predicted to cover 80-100% of the Cyberabad region. A specific alert between 6:45 am and 8:00 am noted moderate to heavy rains in the core Cyberabad areas.
