As the Sankranti festival draws near, an unprecedented wave of travelers is making its way through the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. With families heading to their native towns to celebrate the festival, railway and bus stations are seeing massive crowds, marking the beginning of one of the busiest travel seasons of the year.
The festive rush is particularly evident at major railway stations such as Secunderabad, Kacheguda, and Nampally. From students to working professionals, and families with children, the platforms are filled with eager travelers awaiting their trains to destinations across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Secunderabad station, being the largest railway hub in the region, is experiencing the highest volume of passengers, with people seen struggling to carry their luggage through the packed station. The South Central Railway (SCR), anticipating this heavy rush, has stepped up its efforts by operating over 100 special trains to accommodate the growing number of passengers.
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The rush at these stations is expected to escalate in the coming days, particularly as many travelers have booked their tickets for the weekend. With the Sankranti holiday falling on a weekend, it is anticipated that the passenger flow will peak, and railway authorities are working tirelessly to ensure that the extra trains are run smoothly.
For travelers, this means navigating long queues, crowded platforms, and occasional delays, but the festive spirit makes it all part of the experience. In addition to the railway stations, bus terminals across Hyderabad and Secunderabad are also grappling with a high volume of passengers.
Both Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station (MGBS) and Jubilee Bus Station (JBS) have seen long queues, with buses heading to various regions in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and beyond. Much like the railways, the bus stations have had to take special measures to manage the heavy passenger rush, ensuring that people reach their destinations in time for the holiday festivities.
Meanwhile, the roads leading to major national and state highways are witnessing heavy vehicular traffic. The Hyderabad-Vijayawada highway, in particular, has seen significant congestion since Thursday, with cars, buses, and trucks queuing up at toll plazas. Authorities have implemented various strategies to ease the situation, such as temporary traffic diversions and enhanced monitoring at key points, but with the festival rush at its peak, long waits at toll booths and roadblocks are becoming an inevitability.
This festive rush brings to light the immense pressure on the region’s transportation infrastructure during peak holiday seasons. While authorities are taking necessary steps to alleviate the situation, the reality is that the sheer volume of travelers requires long-term planning and investment in infrastructure to ensure smooth travel for millions of people.
As the festival draws closer, both travelers and transport authorities will need to stay vigilant and patient. For many, the journey itself is part of the Sankranti experience—filled with excitement and anticipation. However, it is a reminder of the importance of managing festive rushes and ensuring that travel is both safe and efficient for all those heading home to celebrate the joyous occasion.
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