Hyderabad and Cyberabad police will implement traffic restrictions and conduct rigorous drunk driving checks during the upcoming New Year celebrations. To ensure road safety and traffic discipline, both police commissionerates will impose traffic curbs on the night of December 31 and January 1. The city’s flyovers, except Begumpet and Tolichowki, will be closed to traffic, with exceptions for commuters heading to the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
Police will focus their efforts on areas like markets, malls, and popular celebration spots, particularly around Hussain Sagar Lake. Additionally, attention will be directed towards commercial areas in Jubilee Hills, Banjara Hills, and other locations. Hyderabad’s Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic) mentioned deploying personnel at 217 key traffic junctions across the city to manage the flow effectively.
Traffic restrictions will include the closure of certain roads like NTR Marg, PVNR Marg, and Tank Bund during specific hours. Vehicles heading towards these areas will be redirected at designated points, and special arrangements have been made for parking and traffic regulation. The police have instructed hotels, clubs, and event organizers to ensure proper parking facilities and security measures for smooth traffic management.
Stringent measures will be in place to curb traffic violations, including drunk driving, speeding, and reckless driving behaviors. Offenders will face legal consequences such as fines, imprisonment, and license suspensions. The police have urged motorists to avoid driving under the influence of alcohol and to opt for safe transportation alternatives.
Cyberabad Traffic Police have also announced similar traffic restrictions and enforcement measures for the New Year celebrations. They emphasized the importance of road safety and compliance with traffic regulations, including proper documentation for drivers of cabs, taxis, and auto-rickshaws. Special surveillance cameras have been installed to monitor violations, and strict actions will be taken against offenders.
