Summary
The Hyderabad-Vijayawada National Highway experienced significant traffic congestion as voters returned to Hyderabad after casting their ballots in the elections held in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The influx of commuters led to heavy traffic on toll plazas, particularly during the Monday evening rush hour. Hyderabad’s roads were deserted on polling day as many residents traveled to their hometowns to participate in the electoral process. Despite the post-election traffic, the turnout was substantial, with Telangana recording 64.74% and Andhra Pradesh registering 78.25% voter participation. The congestion highlights the civic engagement witnessed across the two Telugu states during the elections.
Heavy Traffic Jam on Hyderabad-Vijayawada National Highway
Voters Return to Hyderabad After Casting Ballots in Native Towns
As citizens exercised their democratic right in the elections held in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh on Monday, a massive traffic jam gripped the Hyderabad-Vijayawada National Highway. The influx of voters returning to Hyderabad after casting their ballots in their hometowns resulted in congestion, particularly during Monday evening rush hour.
Post-Election Rush
The aftermath of the polling day saw a surge of vehicles on the highways as individuals who had traveled to their native places within Andhra Pradesh and Telangana made their way back to Hyderabad. Toll plazas along the route experienced heavy traffic, indicative of the significant movement of commuters returning to the city.
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Deserted Roads on Polling Day
In contrast to the bustling highways post-election, Hyderabad’s streets wore a deserted look on the day of the polls as many residents left the city to participate in the electoral process. The simultaneous elections in the two Telugu states witnessed a substantial turnout of voters.
Election Turnout Figures
According to the Election Commission of India, Telangana recorded a voter turnout of 64.74%, while Andhra Pradesh registered a higher percentage at 78.25%. The robust participation of voters underscores the significance of the electoral exercise in shaping the region’s political landscape.
As citizens return to their daily routines following the elections, the heavy traffic jam serves as a reminder of the civic engagement witnessed across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
