Hyderabad Repairs 9899 Potholes For Safer Festive Travel
Hyderabad’s civic body has intensified its road safety drive, repairing 9,899 potholes across the city in the past few weeks. Out of 12,696 potholes identified, officials confirmed that the balance is expected to be addressed before the upcoming festive season, with an aim to ensure smoother mobility and reduce commuter inconvenience.
The swift action comes after continuous heavy rainfall in recent weeks caused extensive damage to arterial and internal roads. Transport experts highlighted that unchecked waterlogging had accelerated wear and tear, leaving behind hazardous craters on several high-density corridors. The civic authority has instructed engineering teams to prioritise repair works across both neighbourhood streets and sections of the national highway that pass through the city’s limits.
One of the most significant interventions has taken place at the Hi-Tech Road Over Bridge in the IT corridor. Long considered a critical stretch for daily commuters, the flyover had developed uneven surfaces and large potholes, raising safety concerns. Responding to public complaints, fresh resurfacing with new tarmac has been carried out, winning appreciation from residents who acknowledged the quick response and improvement in road conditions.
Officials stressed that the repair programme is not only about short-term patchwork but also part of a larger strategy to build climate-resilient roads. With Hyderabad increasingly vulnerable to extreme weather events, planners argue that durable road infrastructure must integrate sustainable materials, improved drainage systems and smarter engineering methods to withstand heavy rainfall. Urban infrastructure specialists observed that frequent monsoon-related damage exposes a gap in the city’s preparedness. They emphasised that repeated resurfacing adds to public costs, carbon emissions and disruption, whereas eco-friendly road technologies could reduce both financial and environmental burdens. “A stronger focus on green infrastructure and sustainable road materials is essential if Hyderabad wants to future-proof its transport network,” a senior expert noted.
Residents have also been vocal about the link between safe mobility and equitable access. Poor road surfaces disproportionately affect two-wheeler riders, women commuters and those relying on public transport, making timely repairs an important step towards building an inclusive city. The ongoing works are therefore being closely watched not just for their speed, but for their ability to deliver fair and lasting solutions. While civic engineers continue their efforts to close the gap on remaining potholes before the festive rush, urban observers believe this campaign could mark a turning point. If coupled with sustainable practices, Hyderabad’s current road safety initiative could set the foundation for a transport network that is safer, climate-resilient and supportive of the city’s broader vision of an eco-friendly future.
