Hyderabad Gets More Rain Power supply in Hyderabad was severely disrupted by moderate rainfall on Sunday evening, affecting daily life and infrastructure. The city’s Meteorological Office recorded 18mm of rain in most areas, leading to immediate challenges for the electricity distribution network. The Hesco power utility reported that 110 out of the city’s 160 feeders tripped shortly after the rain began at 7pm. Of the 962 feeders across the Hesco region, 223 were impacted, with efforts ongoing to restore normalcy by late evening. The downpour also caused logistical issues, including water accumulation in low-lying areas and disruptions to routine activities. On Saturday, heavy rains interfered with planned Eid prayers at open spaces. The congregation at the Old Eidgah in Saddar was canceled as rain started an hour before the scheduled 8am prayer time. The event was relocated to Jamia Masjid in the same area, where the large turnout and limited space led to two separate prayer sessions led by different Imams. Meanwhile, Eid prayers at Rani Bagh Eidgah and Liberty Chowk, led by Sahibzada Abdul Khair Mohammad Zubair, proceeded without interruption. The continuous rainfall has persisted since March 18, when the Met Office recorded 7mm of rain. This has raised concerns about the city’s preparedness for prolonged wet weather. The situation highlights the vulnerability of urban infrastructure to sudden weather changes and the need for adaptive measures to mitigate disruptions. The article also mentions broader regional weather forecasts, with the Met Office predicting rain and thunderstorms across the country from March 24 to 30. This underscores the potential for widespread impacts on transportation, agriculture, and public services.#hyderabad #hesco #old_eidgah #jamia_masjid #met_office
