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Hyderabad starts one-way traffic around KBR Park
The Hindu··18 Aug
Hyderabad Traffic Police began one-way movement around KBR National Park at 6 a.m. on 18 August. Vehicles from Road No. 3 had to turn left. Queues formed on Road Nos. 14, 12 and 10 and spilled into Srinagar Colony and Yousufguda. About 200 personnel were deployed. Police said the rule is to keep traffic moving during H-CITI construction.
Prism
What It Means For You
- If you drive around KBR Park, the loop became one-way from 6 a.m. on 18 August and may last 18 to 24 months.
- Anyone walking to work or a bus stop can note police said the safest crossing is the signal at the park entrance.
- If you visit hospitals in Banjara Hills or Jubilee Hills, the detour adds distance for patients and attendants.
What's Happening
- On 18 August 2026, Hyderabad police put a one-way system around KBR Park for H-CITI works.
- Queues built on connecting roads including Road Nos. 14, 12 and 10 by late morning.
- Pedestrians reported missing footpaths; officials said they would look at other crossing points.
Why The Park Roads Were Converted Into A Loop
- H-CITI flyover and underpass construction has reduced carriageway space on the six-lane stretch around the park.
- Police ran two trial days in April and June before locking the one-way plan.
- Sajjanar said 24-hour work could start if the traffic measure holds.
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