Sat May 17 07:09:47 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

The Hyderabad Traffic Police has announced traffic diversions for the Tiranga Rally taking place on Tank Bund on May 17, 2025, between 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm. The rally will proceed from Ambedkar Statue to the M-47 Patton Tank. Heavy congestion is expected at key junctions. Commuters are advised to use alternate routes and avoid certain areas during the rally. Diversions will be lifted once the rally concludes. Real-time updates are available on the Hyderabad Traffic Police’s social media pages.

**News Article:**

**Hyderabad Traffic Alert: Diversions in Place for Tiranga Rally on Tank Bund Today**

**Hyderabad, May 17, 2025** – Motorists in Hyderabad should be aware of significant traffic diversions on and around Tank Bund this evening due to the Tiranga Rally. The Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced the measures, effective from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, to manage expected congestion.

The rally, commencing at Ambedkar Statue and proceeding to the M-47 Patton Tank near Children’s Park, will necessitate diversions at key junctions including Ambedkar Statue, Sailing Club, DBR Mills, Secretariat Junction, Iqbal Minar, VV Statue, and Liberty.

Traffic from Secretariat Junction heading towards Upper Tank Bund will be diverted towards Liberty. Similarly, traffic from Liberty towards Upper Tank Bund will be rerouted towards Telugu Talli. Vehicles approaching from Karbala Maidan will be turned back at Sailing Club and redirected towards Kavadiguda, while those from DBR Mills will be diverted towards Gaushala and Kavadiguda.

“Commuters are strongly advised to plan their routes in advance and utilize alternative roads to avoid delays,” a statement from the Hyderabad Traffic Police said.

The diversions will be lifted once the rally has concluded and normal traffic flow is restored. For real-time updates, citizens are encouraged to follow the Hyderabad Traffic Police on their official Facebook page (facebook.com/HYDTP) and Twitter handle (@HYDTP). Assistance can be sought via the traffic helpline at 9010203626 in case of travel emergencies.

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