Hyderabad Metro To Operate Extended Hours For New Year's Eve Celebrations
Hyderabad Metro will extend services on New Year's Eve for commuters' convenience. To ensure smooth traffic flow, the Hyderabad Traffic Police have imposed traffic restrictions from 11 PM to 2 AM.
To facilitate smooth New Year's Eve celebrations and to ensure safe travel for commuters, the Hyderabad Metro Rail has extended its operating hours on New Year’s Eve. Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited managing director NVS Reddy stated that the last train will depart from all terminal stations at 12:30 AM and reach their respective terminals by 1:15 AM on January 1, 2025, providing safe and convenient late-night connectivity to passengers.
"This would underscore Hyderabad Metro's commitment to enhancing passenger convenience during special occasions," he added.
Ring in the New Year with joy and peace of mind! 🕛✨
— L&T Hyderabad Metro Rail (@ltmhyd) December 30, 2024
This New Year’s Day, Hyderabad Metro is here to make your celebrations smoother and safer. Our trains will run until 1st January 12:30 AM, ensuring you reach home hassle-free after the festivities. 🎉
Let’s step into 2025… pic.twitter.com/Iv2Iuh8VmU
Traffic Restrictions in Hyderabad For New Year Celebrations
To facilitate smooth traffic flow during the New Year’s Eve celebrations on the night of December 31, 2024, and January 1, 2025, the Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced several traffic restrictions. Enhanced police deployment will be in place at 172 key intersections and busy junctions across the city to ensure road safety and maintain traffic discipline.
The police will concentrate their efforts in high-traffic zones such as markets, malls, and popular celebration spots, including Tank Bund, NTR Marg, PVNR Marg (Necklace Road), as well as commercial areas and entertainment hubs like Jubilee Hills, Banjara Hills, Punjagutta, Khairathabad, and Saifabad. Restaurants, pubs, and shopping centers in these areas will also be under close watch.
Restricted Zones
Traffic movement will be restricted along NTR Marg, PVNR Marg (Necklace Road), and Tank Bund from 11 PM on December 31 to 2 AM on January 1. These restrictions apply to all private and public vehicles.
Movement Of Heavy Vehicles Restricted
Heavy and medium goods vehicles, as well as construction and debris (C&D) transport vehicles, are banned from the Outer Ring Road (ORR) between 10:30 PM and 2:00 AM.
Private buses, lorries, and heavy passenger vehicles heading to Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and other states must use the ORR to bypass the city limits during this time.
Flyover Closures
All flyovers in the city, except those at Begumpet and Tolichowki, will remain closed on the night of December 31. However, the PVNR Expressway Flyover will be operational exclusively for passengers with valid tickets traveling to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA).
Parking Advisory
Visitors heading to Tank Bund on foot are advised to park their vehicles at designated locations, including:
- Secretariat Visitors' Parking
- HMDA Parking Ground near Prasad’s Multiplex
- GHMC Head Office Lane
- Race Course Road (beside NTR Ghat)
- Adarsh Nagar Lane (two-wheelers only)
- NTR Stadium
Strict Measures Against Drunk Driving
The Hyderabad Traffic Police have urged citizens to avoid driving under the influence of alcohol. "If you have consumed alcohol, please use public transport or hire a cab to ensure your safety and the safety of others," stated an official advisory.
Establishments such as three-star hotels, clubs, bars, and pubs have been instructed to arrange special parking facilities and deploy security personnel to manage traffic. Additionally, these venues must adhere to prescribed liquor service hours and offer safe transportation options for intoxicated customers.
Enforcement and Penalties
To deter violations, the traffic police will conduct rigorous checks targeting offenses such as drunk driving, rash and reckless driving, speeding, wrong-side driving, and helmetless or triple-riding on two-wheelers. Offenders will face strict legal consequences.
Penalties for Drunk Driving
- First-time offenders may be fined up to Rs 10,000 and/or face six months’ imprisonment.
- Repeat violations could result in license suspension or cancellation.
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