People queue up at a shop to buy firecrackers in the city on Saturday
75, 70 and Laxmi Nagar, as vehicles transporting flowers crowded the roads. The South Central Railway (SCR) is operating 400 special trains to manage the festive rush, including six major routes originating from Secunderabad. Around 200 RPF personnel have been deployed for crowd management, CCTV surveillance and security checks. Violations attract punishment under Section 164 of the Railways Act, including imprisonment of up to three years or a fine of Rs 1,000, or both.
On Saturday, traffic moved slowly along the High Court–Delhi Gate–Afzalgunj–MJ Market stretch due to heavy public movement at Begum Bazaar. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Hyderabad | Silver Rate in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad | Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Petrol Price in Hyderabad | Diesel Price in Hyderabad | CNG Price in Hyderabad | LPG Price in Hyderabad Stay updated with the latest Hyderabad news. Gudimalkapur Flower Market also witnessed congestion near Pillar Nos. The traffic police have also warned of congestion on routes leading to Bhagyalaxmi Temple at Charminar, including Madina, Murgi Chowk and Shah Ali Banda. Special parking arrangements have been made for devotees, who have been advised to follow traffic personnel’s instructions and use designated parking facilities. Meanwhile, MGBS, JBS, Dilsukhnagar and Secunderabad bus stations witnessed increased passenger movement as people headed to their native places. Additional coaches, ticket counters, help desks and staff have been arranged to facilitate passengers. The SCR has also warned passengers against carrying firecrackers or other inflammable materials on trains or railway premises. Download the TOI App.
Hyderabad: Last-minute Diwali shopping and the rush of people heading to their hometowns choked major roads and transport hubs in Hyderabad ahead of the festival on Sunday. Secunderabad railway station also saw a surge in passengers on Saturday.