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PM Modi's Hyderabad visit turns city into high-security zone as crowds throng Parade Grounds
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Hyderabad for a series of events, with the city placed on high security and thousands of supporters gathering at Parade Grounds for a large public meeting. The itinerary included the launch of Sindhu Hospital in Hitec City and infrastructure project inaugurations, followed by a peaceful gathering at Parade Grounds attended by tens of thousands. Police reported smooth movement despite elaborate security and diversions.
Why It Matters
The event highlights the scale of security and mobilization required for a high-profile political visit in a major Indian city and its impact on urban mobility and public venues.
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Parade Grounds Metro station congestion as supporters arrive
May 10, 2026
Parade Grounds Metro station saw a large wave of supporters arriving in waves, with platforms and entry points packed as people moved toward the meeting venue.
Mobilisation of public transport for the programme
May 10, 2026
Around 2,000 buses and over 2,000 two-wheelers entered Hyderabad for the programme, with 14 designated parking locations earmarked to manage the inflow; Rail Nilayam stretch buses directed to designated parking zones.
Traffic diversions and overall mobility during PM visit
May 10, 2026
Elaborate traffic diversions were imposed across Hyderabad and Secunderabad, but police reported largely smooth movement and zero waiting times for commuters due to coordinated efforts between law and order and traffic police.
Final public meeting at Parade Grounds with large audience
May 10, 2026
The final public meeting at Parade Grounds drew more than 65,000 attendees inside the venue, with an additional 10,000 to 15,000 others outside along the periphery and service roads near Patny and Paradise flyovers.
Inauguration of infrastructure projects as part of PM itinerary
May 10, 2026
The PM’s visit also included inauguration of infrastructure projects as part of the day’s events.
PM Modi's itinerary begins with Sindhu Hospital launch
May 10, 2026
The Prime Minister's schedule included the launch of Sindhu Hospital in Hitec City, as part of the day’s programme.
Security deployment for PM Modi visit in Hyderabad
May 10, 2026
From early morning, over 2,600 police personnel from various wings fanned out across Hyderabad and Secunderabad, taking positions at junctions, flyovers, Metro stations and barricaded stretches as the city prepared for the PM's visit.