Hyderabad: Traffic Curbs on Tank Bund Ahead of Carnival, Miss World Delegates’ Visit

Fast Summary

• Miss World 2025 contestants will visit the Dr.B.R.Ambedkar Telangana State Secretariat in Hyderabad and attend a carnival at Upper Tank Bund on sunday, May 18, 2025.
• Traffic diversions have been announced by Hyderabad Traffic Police for the event between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m.,on a need basis:

– No traffic allowed from secretariat junction towards upper Tank Bund via Ambedkar Statue; redirected towards Liberty rather.
– Traffic from Liberty towards Upper Tank Bund diverted to Telugu Thalli statue.
– Vehicles from Karbala Maidan to Upper Tank bund rerouted via Kavadiguda from Sailing Club junction.
– DBR Mills-bound traffic to redirect via Goshala toward Kavadiguda instead of proceeding toward upper Tank Bund from DBR Mills junction.

• Meaningful congestion is expected at various junctions including Ambedkar Statue, Sailing Club, DBR Mills, among others.
• Public parking has been arranged at locations like NTR Stadium and designated stretches near Old Ambedkar, Lepakshi, Buddha Bhavan-PV Marg roads.
• Commuters advised to follow live updates through Hyderabad Traffic Police’s social media platforms (@HyderabadTrafficPolice on Facebook / @HYDTP on Twitter). Emergency travel assistance helpline: 9010203626.

Indian Opinion Analysis
The planned traffic diversions reflect meticulous readiness by authorities in anticipation of significant public participation during miss World-related events and carnival proceedings in Hyderabad’s bustling city center. Such large-scale events can enhance global visibility for Telangana’s capital while promoting tourism and cultural exchange; however, they inevitably stress urban infrastructure. The proactive advisories by the traffic police aim to mitigate disruption and ensure convenience for daily commuters alongside event attendees.

While commendable steps such as parking arrangements highlight logistical foresight, continuous real-time updates via social media are critical for preventing chaos amid anticipated congestion around key zones like Liberty Junction or Secretariat neighborhood areas-emphasizing evolving digital governance aiding smart city goals concerning citizens awareness.#

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