Chaos on NH44: Heavy Rains Carve Out Crater, Trigger Major Traffic Diversions on Nagpur Highway

Commuters navigating the vital NH44 between Hyderabad and Nagpur are facing significant disruptions following severe damage to a section of the highway near Kadtal mandal in Rangareddy district. Relentless heavy rains on June 10th have reportedly caused a substantial portion of the road to collapse, creating a deep and dangerous crater that has rendered the stretch completely impassable.

The sudden and extensive damage has prompted immediate action from traffic authorities and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), who have implemented major traffic diversions to ensure public safety.

This critical incident is affecting thousands of daily commuters and freight transporters relying on this crucial arterial route.

For vehicles heading from Hyderabad towards Nagpur, the advisory is clear: Instead of proceeding directly on the damaged section, motorists are urged to take a detour.

After reaching Jadcherla on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru NH44, they should then veer onto the State Highway that leads towards Mahabubnagar. From Mahabubnagar, commuters can then reconnect to the Nagpur Highway, albeit with a considerable addition to their travel time and distance.

Similarly, traffic originating from Nagpur and destined for Hyderabad is also subject to these vital diversions.

Authorities are redirecting these vehicles at Kadtal, guiding them onto the Hyderabad-Bengaluru NH44 to bypass the hazardous crater. This ensures that traffic flows, albeit slowly, around the affected zone.

Local police and traffic management units are actively on the ground, guiding motorists and monitoring the situation.

They strongly advise all travelers to exercise extreme caution, adhere strictly to the posted diversion signs, and follow the instructions of traffic personnel. Given the dynamic nature of road repairs and weather conditions, commuters are also encouraged to check for live traffic updates before commencing their journeys.

The NHAI has initiated efforts to assess the damage and commence repair work, but the timeline for the complete restoration of the highway remains uncertain.

Until then, patience, preparedness, and an awareness of alternative routes will be essential for anyone planning to travel on this vital corridor.