Severe Flooding in Hyderabad: 55 Evacuated as Reservoirs Release Water Into Musi River

Sep 27, 2025 12:46 pm CST

Hyderabad faces major flooding as authorities evacuate 55 residents from flood-prone areas after Himayatsagar and Osmansagar reservoirs release 25,000 cusecs of water into the Musi River. The city's IT corridors are severely waterlogged, causing traffic gridlock, while historic neighborhoods struggle with inadequate drainage systems. Emergency response teams remain on high alert as more heavy rainfall is forecast.