Heavy rain causes severe flooding, traffic diversions on NH44
Recent unprecedented rainfall in Telangana, particularly in Kamareddy and Medak districts, has caused significant flooding and infrastructure damage, marking the highest rainfall in 50 years. Authorities have implemented traffic diversions on National Highway 44 due to damage and are conducting extensive rescue operations, with over 500 individuals already rescued and both State and National Disaster Response Forces deployed. The situation remains critical as many areas have reported severe flooding, with numerous road and railway service disruptions, and evacuations underway for vulnerable communities. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy is actively overseeing the response efforts, including aerial inspections and review meetings, to coordinate relief and recovery actions. The state is mobilizing resources efficiently, with approximately 100 Army personnel engaged in rescue missions, demonstrating a robust response to this natural disaster. Despite the challenges, the government’s proactive measures and community cooperation are crucial in mitigating the impact and ensuring the safety of affected residents, highlighting the resilience of local governance amidst such crises.