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Severe Rains Batter Hyderabad, Telangana; Three IndiGo Flights Diverted to Vijayawada

By Shravanthi R
Severe Rains Batter Hyderabad, Telangana; Three IndiGo Flights Diverted to Vijayawada

Heavy rainfall is lashing Hyderabad and several parts of Telangana, prompting the declaration of an orange alert due to adverse weather conditions. Waterlogging has been reported in many areas, and as a precautionary measure, authorities have been alerted. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has instructed district officials to take emergency action. Three IndiGo flights have been halted in Vijayawada due to the weather.

Hyderabad and parts of Telangana are experiencing intense rainfall, prompting the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue an Orange Alert due to adverse weather conditions. The heavy rains have led to waterlogging, and Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has instructed District Collectors to take emergency measures. As a result of the weather disruption, three IndiGo flights have been diverted and currently remain halted in Vijayawada.

Widespread heavy rain was recorded across Hyderabad and Telangana today. The Orange Alert has been declared in anticipation of continued rainfall over the next 48 hours. Authorities are on high alert following the IMD's warning, and residents have been advised to exercise caution. The adverse weather also forced the diversion of three IndiGo flights to Vijayawada as a safety precaution.

The heavy downpour has caused significant waterlogging in Hyderabad and its surrounding areas. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has appealed to the public and confirmed that disaster response teams are mobilized for potential emergencies and preemptive measures. Officials at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) have reportedly advised passengers of flight disruptions due to the deteriorating weather. Indian Polity Courseware (English), 8e by M Laxmikanth for UPSC CSE 2025-26 | 40+ Conceptual Videos | 95 Well-structured Chapters | 18 Insightful Appendices | Full Colour eBook | Solved 13 Previous Years' Prelim Questions (2013–2025) | 12 Years' UPSC Main Exam Questions | Practice Questions Paperback – 1 August 2025

Districts including Hyderabad, Nizamabad, and Bhuvanagiri are expected to see heavier-than-normal rainfall and thunderstorms, with surface winds potentially reaching speeds of 40 km/h. Teams from GHMC, HYDRAA, NDRF, and SDRF have been deployed to respond to emergencies. The Chief Minister has directed District Collectors to take action and has urged the public to stay indoors and cooperate with authorities. Also Read: The Chiranjeevi vs. N.T.R. Family War Reignites... Why Did Balakrishna Call It 'Nonsense'?