Hyderabad experienced an abrupt and intense spell of rainfall on Sunday evening, leaving both residents and commuters thoroughly unprepared. The day had begun bright and sunny, but as sunset approached, the skies dramatically darkened, unleashing a heavy downpour across numerous areas.
Despite it being a Sunday with fewer vehicles on the roads, many found themselves caught in the sudden deluge without umbrellas or raincoats. People were observed seeking refuge under metro pillars and shop awnings as the rain lashed down relentlessly. This unexpected rainfall quickly led to waterlogging in several key locations, including areas near Bible House under the railway bridge, Praja Bhavan, Virinchi Hospital, and various parts of Banjara Hills and Jubilee Hills.
Image: Commuters in Secunderabad were caught off guard by the sudden downpour on Sunday.
In response, traffic police from all three commissionerates – Hyderabad, Cyberabad, and Rachakonda – along with personnel from the Disaster Response Force (DRF) of the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRA), were deployed to critical junctions. Their immediate goal was to alleviate waterlogging and maintain a smooth flow of traffic amidst the challenging conditions.
Image: Another view of commuters surprised by the sudden rainfall in Secunderabad on Sunday.
According to data provided by the Telangana Development Planning Society (TGDPS), by 8 p.m., Moosapet recorded the highest rainfall at 33 mm. Other significantly affected areas included Miyapur with 28 mm, Gajularamaram with 26 mm, Yousufguda with 25.5 mm, a different part of Moosapet with 24.8 mm, Jeedimetla with 23.8 mm, Musheerabad with 23.5 mm, Quthbullapur and Hafeezpet both with 22.5 mm, Srinagar Colony with 21.8 mm, Borabanda with 21.5 mm, Malkajgiri with 21 mm, and Kukatpally with 20.8 mm.