Ganesh idol immersions continue on September 26 in Hyderabad as long truck queues clog Tank Bund stretch
Ganesh idol immersions continued on September 26, 2026, in Hyderabad, causing severe traffic congestion around Tank Bund and other major routes. Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar issued advisories for motorists to avoid these areas due to the ongoing large-scale religious processions.
Why it matters
This event highlights the significant logistical challenges and public impact of large-scale religious festivals in urban environments, affecting traffic, public services, and daily life for residents. It underscores the need for effective urban planning and crowd management strategies.
Ganesh idol immersion at Hussain Sagar continued on Saturday (September 26, 2026) morning, with a large number of idols still awaiting immersion and a long queue of trucks stretching along the Tank Bund area.
The movement of Ganesh idols towards Tank Bund had remained heavy through Friday night, with several parts of Hyderabad witnessing traffic congestion as processions made their way towards the immersion points. Major gridlock was reported at Mozamjahi Market, Shalibanda, Afzalgunj, Lakdikapul, Himayatnagar and on routes leading towards Tank Bund.
The heavy movement of trucks carrying idols, along with a large turnout of devotees and vehicles, particularly families arriving in large numbers, slowed traffic movement and contributed to delays in the immersion process.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in