Archive · 13 Jun 2025
Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding and Prompts Official Action in Hyderabad
A big rainstorm hit Hyderabad, flooding roads and causing traffic jams.
Places like Lingampally and Chandanagar were hit hard.
Officials are planning to help, including possibly moving people from areas that flood easily.
Emergency teams are working to clear drains and pump out water.
Everyone is working to be ready for more rain.
Heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding and traffic disruptions in western Hyderabad.
Lingampally, Chandanagar, and Nallagandla experienced significant waterlogging and infrastructure damage.
Officials are preparing district-wise flood action plans and considering relocating vulnerable families.
DRF teams were deployed across affected zones, and officials addressed drainage issues.
A high-level review meeting focused on monsoon preparedness and inter-departmental coordination.
- Who
- Residents, commuters, officials, DRF teams, and the IMD.
- What
- Heavy rainfall caused flooding, infrastructure damage, and traffic disruptions.
- When
- Heavy rainfall occurred overnight into Thursday morning.
- Where
- Western Hyderabad, particularly Lingampally, Chandanagar, Nallagandla and the University of Hyderabad.
- Why
- Heavy rainfall overwhelmed drainage systems and lack of drainage routes.
Affected Residents and Shopkeepers
Government and Authorities
Impact of the Flooding
Affected Residents and Shopkeepers
Experienced significant disruptions to daily life and property damage.
Government and Authorities
Officials are working on preparedness and long-term solutions
- Affected Areas
- Lingampally, Chandanagar, Nallagandla, University of Hyderabad
- Highest Rainfall
- 148.5 mm (University of Hyderabad)
- Infrastructure Impact
- Waterlogged roads, flooded shops, traffic disruptions
- Emergency Response
- DRF teams, officials addressing drainage issues
- Government Action
- Preparing flood action plans, considering relocation
- Warning
- Yellow alert issued by IMD until June 14
Sources
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Flooding Hits Lingampally, Chandanagar Hard
