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Hyderabad Enforces Traffic Diversions as Golconda Bonalu Festival Opens

New parking zones supported by rerouted highways plus a help line manage today’s anticipated surge of devotees

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Hyderabad Traffic Advisory
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Overview

  • Traffic restrictions apply from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. today and on eight more dates through July 24 as nine pooja sessions commence.
  • Major routes to Golconda Fort—Ramdevguda via Makkai Darwaza, Langar Houz via Fateh Darwaza and Shaikpet Nala/Seven Tombs via Banjara Darwaza—are under diversion orders.
  • Pilgrims from Ramdevguda can park two-wheelers between Ashoor Khana and the Army Sentry Post and four-wheelers at the Artillery Centre or Ashoor Khana, with Setwin buses ending at Ashoor Khana.
  • Designated lots for Langar Houz arrivals include MCH Park, Golconda Bus Stop, Alhira School and the Area Hospital while Shaikpet-bound motorists must use the Hockey Ground, Owaisi Ground, Deccan Park or Golf Club Road by-lane.
  • Devotees are urged to park only in allocated zones, proceed on foot to the fort and call the 9010203626 helpline or check traffic police social media for live updates.