Hyderabad | July 24, 2025 –
Telangana continues to witness unrelenting downpours for the past few days, with many districts facing severe disruptions due to widespread flooding. In response, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, currently in Delhi, held an urgent video conference with district officials and directed them to remain on high alert around the clock.
According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), heavy to very heavy rains are expected to persist across the state until July 26, driven by a low-pressure system formed over the Bay of Bengal. The associated trough is resulting in intense cloud formation and moisture-laden winds, leading to incessant rainfall.
Urban Chaos in Hyderabad
Hyderabad city has been particularly hit hard. Several areas are facing waterlogging, with roads turning into temporary lakes and major traffic routes clogged. Overflowing drains and inundated low-lying colonies have become a common sight. In many neighborhoods, floodwaters have reached waist-deep levels, forcing residents to remain indoors or relocate temporarily.
CM Revanth Reddy’s Emergency Instructions
From Delhi, CM Revanth Reddy connected with officials across all Telangana districts via video conferencing. He issued a clear message: Be available, be alert, and act swiftly. His directives included:
- 24×7 monitoring by district-level teams.
- Immediate coordination between GHMC, Water Board, SDRF, and NDRF teams in Hyderabad.
- Continuous availability of medical teams to monitor and respond to seasonal disease outbreaks.
- Special focus on low-lying areas; precautionary evacuation if required.
- Set up toll-free helplines in all districts for public assistance.
- Prompt alerts based on real-time updates from the IMD and Disaster Response teams.
Revanth emphasized that all departments should function in full coordination to ensure public safety. He reminded that timely warnings and quick action can save lives and reduce damage.
Medical and Civic Teams on Standby
Health department officials have been instructed to remain vigilant about seasonal diseases that often follow monsoon flooding, such as dengue, malaria, and waterborne infections. Regular updates and precautionary health advisories are to be issued to the public.
Meanwhile, civic authorities under GHMC have ramped up efforts to clear clogged drains and pump out stagnant water from key urban locations.
Residents Urged to Stay Safe
Officials have urged citizens, especially those in flood-prone zones, to stay indoors and alert. Residents are advised not to venture out unless absolutely necessary and to follow weather advisories issued by authorities.
Toll-Free Helpline Numbers for Emergency Assistance:
- GHMC Emergency: 040-21111111
- Disaster Response (SDRF): 1070
- Medical Helpline: 104
For live weather updates and rainfall alerts, citizens can follow the IMD’s official channels and the Telangana Disaster Management website.
Final Word
As Telangana battles nature’s fury, the state machinery is in overdrive to manage the crisis. The Chief Minister’s proactive response and coordinated efforts from ground forces offer a silver lining of preparedness in these testing times. Public cooperation remains crucial to overcoming this deluge safely.