Torrential rains lashed parts of Hyderabad in the wee hours of Saturday, causing severe waterlogging in low-lying areas. The situation deteriorated rapidly after officials opened the gates of Himayat Sagar following continuous heavy rainfall across the state, causing the Musi River to swell, resulting in severe flooding across parts of the city. Several key roads and bridges in Hyderabad have been closed, prompting the Hyderabad Traffic Police to announce diversions. About 1,000 people were shifted to relief camps following the heavy rains.

Heavy rainfall in Hyderabad causes floods, waterlogging

The heavy rainfall inundated the surrounding low-lying areas and triggered panic among residents. A huge volume of water entered homes in colonies near the Musi River in Chaderghat, causing signi

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