A bright and sunny day in Hyderabad suddenly turned dark after the noon on Monday (August 3, 2026) as rain swept through several parts of the city, catching commuters off guard and slowing traffic on some stretches.

Heavy rains lash Secunderabad catching commuters off guard on Monday (August 3, 2026)
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SIDDHANT THAKUR

The sudden spell prompted several two-wheeler riders to take shelter under the Khairatabad Metro Station. The congregation of vehicles beneath the station resulted in slow-moving traffic on the stretch between Ayodhya Junction and VV Statue.

Heavy rains lash Secunderabad catching commuters off guard on Monday (August 3, 2026)
| Photo Credit:
SIDDHANT THAKUR

According to data from Telangana Development Planning Society (TGDPS), as of 3 p.m., Khairatabad recorded a rainfall of 14.5 mm followed by 12.8 mm in Monda market, 11.8 mm in Bansilalpet, 7.5 mm in Chilkalguda, 6 mm in Amberpet, 5.8 mm in Uppal, 5 mm in Kukatpally and 4.8 mm in Srinagar Colony.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar urged people to be on alert as the Weather Department has forecast heavy rains until the night. “Do not travel unless it is an emergency. Don’t step out of your home,” he appealed through a post on X around 3.00 p.m., urging people who are out to wrap up work before rain intensifies and reach home safely. He said traveling through waterlogged areas, low-lying areas at the risk of flooding is unsafe.