Hyderabad traffic advisory for Republic Day reception

HYDERABAD: Traffic congestion is expected on Lok Bhavan Road on January 26, 2026, due to the Republic Day reception hosted by the Governor of Telangana at Lok Bhavan, the city traffic police said.
The reception, scheduled from 6 pm, is likely to draw a large number of dignitaries and guests. As a result, traffic movement on both sides of Lok Bhavan Road from Monappa Island to V.V. Statue Junction at Khairatabad is expected to slow down between 3 pm and 9 pm.
Traffic curbs likely between Monappa Island and Khairatabad
Commuters have been advised to avoid the stretch during the affected hours and take alternative routes to reach their destinations. The advisory was issued by the Hyderabad Traffic Police.
Commuters advised to follow updates on social media
The traffic police urged citizens to follow real-time updates on its official social media platforms. In case of emergencies, commuters can seek assistance by calling the traffic helpline at 9010203626.
The police appealed to the public to cooperate and plan their travel in advance to avoid inconvenience.

