06 Feb 2023 | 05:23 AM UTC
India: Authorities to close roads in Hyderabad Feb. 7-12 for Formula E Race
Hyderabad ePrix 2023 to take place Feb. 10-11. Increased security likely. Plan for traffic disruptions Feb. 7-12.
Event
Hyderabad ePrix 2023 will take place in Hyderabad Feb. 10-11. The race will be held on a street circuit alongside Hussain Sagar Lake and Lumbini Park. Around 21,000 visitors are likely to attend the event. Authorities will likely increase security and implement road closures in the area Feb. 7-12 to manage the event. Police will deploy more than 570 security personnel to secure the area.
Increased security is likely, and security checks are possible near the race venue, train stations, and popular tourist sites in Hyderabad. Officials will close several roads, including NTR Marg, Necklace Road, and Lumbini Park Feb. 7-12; as well as Khairatabad and Telugu Talli flyovers Feb. 11. Traffic congestion is likely on roads surrounding the race venue. Increased petty crime is typically an issue during large-scale events.
Advice
Allow additional time to reach destinations in the affected areas of Hyderabad Feb. 7-12. Plan for localized transport and business disruptions near official program locations. Closely guard valuables in crowded areas. Heed all advice of security personnel.
