Archive · 23 Sep 2025
Loose Gravel Causes Hundreds of Deaths in Hyderabad
Imagine tiny rocks on the road that come loose, especially when it rains.
These loose rocks are dangerous, like tiny obstacles that can make cars and bikes slip and slide.
In Hyderabad, many people have been hurt or killed because of these rocks.
The problem is caused by bad road planning, and the rocks scatter around turns and when it rains.
Even though the issue has caused many accidents, authorities haven't responded to fix the roads.
Loose gravel on Hyderabad roads has caused numerous accidents.
A recent accident at Mehdipatnam X Roads caused two deaths.
In 2025, there were 488 gravel-related deaths recorded.
Loose gravel causes skidding, especially for two-wheelers.
Officials have not responded to the issue.
- Who
- Motorists and pedestrians
- What
- Loose gravel on roads is causing accidents and injuries.
- When
- The report focuses on 2025, but issues persist.
- Where
- Hyderabad, India
- Why
- Poor road design and heavy rains washing away asphalt binding.
- Total Deaths (2025)
- 488
- Injured Motorists (2025)
- 2,344
- Primary Cause
- Loose Gravel on Roads
- Areas Affected
- Chikkadpally, Musheerabad, Secunderabad, Shaikpet, Raidurgam, Kondapur, LB Nagar