Hyderabad traffic eases as residents depart for Dasara celebrations

Hyderabad's roads have seen a marked reduction in congestion today, with traffic police noting fewer vehicles on major arteries. The slowdown coincides with a large number of city dwellers leaving for Dasara, a major regional festival celebrated across Telangana and neighboring states. Authorities attribute the lighter traffic to the exodus of commuters heading to their hometowns and pilgrimage sites for the holiday. While the city remains functional, commuters report smoother journeys on typically busy routes such as the Inner Ring Road and NH-44. Officials say they will monitor the situation and adjust traffic management as residents return after the celebrations.