Traffic Advisory Issued in Hyderabad for President’s Visit
The Hyderabad city police have released a traffic advisory due to President Droupadi Murmu’s visit to Hyderabad from December 17 to 21. The President will be traveling to Rashtrapathi Nilayam and other locations, which is expected to cause traffic congestion in certain areas of the city.
Traffic will either be stopped temporarily or diverted on December 17 and 21 at several key locations, including Hakimpet Air Force Station Y Junction, Bolarum check-post, Navy House junction, Yapral Road, Bison X Road, Ammuguda Junction, Lothukunta T Junction, Lal Bazar, Trimulgherry X Road, Hanuman Temple, Karkhana, Airtel showroom, Tivoli, CTO, Rasoolpura, HPS Begumpet Flyover, Panjagutta Junction, Raj Bhavan, and other areas.
On December 20, similar traffic restrictions will apply at locations such as Bison X Road, Lal Bazar, Trimulgherry X Road, Hanuman Temple, NCC, Tivoli, CTO, Greenlands, Monappa Junction, and several others. The police have advised citizens to plan their travel accordingly to avoid inconvenience.
A traffic helpline (9010203626) has been set up for assistance. Citizens can also connect with the Hyderabad Traffic Police via their Twitter handle (@HYDTP) or Facebook page (/HYDTP) for updates. The police have urged residents to cooperate and follow the advisory for smooth traffic management.
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Ban on Drone Flights During President’s Visit
The Cyberabad Police Commissioner, Avinash Mohanty, has prohibited the use of drones, paragliders, and microlight aircraft in the Alwal police station limits during the President’s visit. This ban will remain in effect until December 21.
Mohanty stated that flying these aerial devices poses serious security risks, including potential attacks by terrorists or anti-social elements. Such activities could endanger public safety and disrupt peace. To mitigate these risks, the police have imposed restrictions within the commissionerate limits.
Violators of the ban will face legal consequences under sections of the law, including Sec 147, 148, 289, and others. The Home Ministry has also issued warnings advising police across states and union territories to restrict drone and paraglider operations near sensitive locations, such as state secretariats and vital installations.
The measure aims to safeguard public safety by preventing any threats posed by remotely-operated aerial platforms during the high-profile visit.
