Hyderabad braces for traffic snarls during Rath Yatra procession today; advisory issued

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Hyderabad: The city of Hyderabad is set to witness traffic disruptions in its central areas on Friday, June 27, as the city prepares for the annual Sri Jagannath Rath Yatra, organised by ISKCON, Abids. The Hyderabad Traffic Police have issued an advisory detailing expected congestion and alternate arrangements to help commuters navigate the city during the religious procession.

The chariot procession will commence at 11:00 AM from NTR Stadium, near Indira Park, and is scheduled to conclude by 5:00 PM at the Exhibition Grounds. Covering a major stretch of the central zone, the yatra will move through several high-traffic junctions, including Dharna Chowk, Ashoknagar X Roads, RTC X Road, Narayanguda X Road, Himayatnagar Y Junction, Liberty X Roads, Basheerbagh X Roads (beneath the flyover), BJR Circle, SBI Gunfoundry, Chermas, Taj Mahal Junction, Bata T Junction, GPO Circle, Yusuf & Company, MJ Market crossroads, and Malakunta, before reaching its final destination.

Traffic to be halted or either redirected, informs Hyderabad Police

With large crowds and a slow-moving procession expected throughout the day, traffic along the designated route will either be halted or redirected in phases based on real-time conditions. The police have advised commuters to plan their travel accordingly and avoid the affected areas to prevent delays.

Taking cognizance of the event, the Hyderabad Traffic Police, also posted on social media to inform commuters about the anticipated disruptions on road. “Commuters are requested to note the #TrafficAdvisory of Sri Jagannath Ratha Yatra on 27-06-2025 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, organized by ISKCON, Abids, Hyderabad,” reads the caption of X (formerly Twitter) post.

Motorists are encouraged to use alternative routes and follow instructions issued by traffic personnel deployed along the route. Authorities are urging the public to extend full cooperation to ensure the religious event takes place peacefully and with minimal disruption to the city’s daily flow.