Sharp turns, unfinished road work identified as factors behind 320 accidents and 251 deaths in 43 black spots of Cyberabad

Sharp blind turns, unfinished road work, poor lighting and even trees blocking the road were the hazards identified by the Cyberabad traffic police during inspections of 43 accident black spots linked to 320 accidents and 251 deaths in the last three years.

The black spots were identified according to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH) definition, which classifies road sections with repeated fatal and serious accidents as high-risk zones requiring urgent remedial action.

According to official data accessed by The Hindu, the identified black spots recorded 144 accidents and 112 deaths in 2023, followed by 82 accidents and 72 deaths in 2024. In 2025, another 94 accidents and 67 fatalities were reported on these stretches, making the three-year total number of accidents and 3,251 deaths

Cyberabad police have identified 43 accident black spots on highways and major roads after repeated fatal accidents between 2023 and 2025. Photo credit: Subyendu Ganguly

In a memorandum issued by the Commissioner of Police on May 19, 2026, traffic police officials, riot police service departments, motor vehicle inspectors and road engineering agencies were directed to jointly inspect all identified stretches and submit detailed mitigation reports of all black spots by May 30, 2026.

Mumbai Highway (NH-65) has emerged as the most dangerous corridor within Cyberabad limits accounting for 22 of the 43 identified black spots.

Heavy traffic on Hyderabad-Vijayawada National Highway-65. | Photo credit: RAO GN

Among the worst affected sections was the Santhi Nagar Kaman to Bajaj Electronics section in Patancher which witnessed 24 accidents and 11 deaths. Isnapur X Road in Patancher and from Sri Manikanta Shopping Complex to Jyothi Asian Theater in RC Puram recorded 10 deaths during the period under review.

The Novapan T-junction in Patancher emerged as another dangerous stretch, recording 10 accidents and six deaths during the period under review.

The report further revealed that the Quthbullapur X road to Maangalya Mall section on NH-765D saw 16 accidents and 10 deaths, while the Gandimaisamma X road witnessed 14 accidents and 14 deaths, making it one of the deadliest black spots identified in the survey.

Apart from NH-65, authorities have identified seven black spots on NH-44 Nagpur Road, six on NH-765D Medak-Narsapur Road, one on Rajiv Rahadari State Highway (SH-1) and seven other dangerous spots including Nalagandala flyover and Hyderabad Central University main gate on Old Mumbai Highway stretch with five accidents and Hafeez accident on 10 Wipropet. overpass with six accidents.

On NH-44, the stretch between Rekulabai X Road and Bharat Petrol Pump saw 11 accidents and 11 deaths, while the stretch between SV Hotel Medchal and Samprada Multispeciality Hospital witnessed 10 accidents and eight deaths.

Traffic movement at Suchitra Junction on NH-44. | Photo credit: RAMAKRISHNA G

Speaking to The Hindu, Cyberabad Traffic DCP-II S. Sheshadrini Reddy said that sharp turns and blind turns are among the most common risk factors observed at several places.

She said several sections were affected by unfinished construction activities where roads were dug up and unfinished for a long time. In several places, construction material, damaged roads and partially completed road works were found, which contributed to the accidents.

Another problem that was pointed out during the inspections was the trees encroaching on the carriageways by the road. “These trees were found to be dry and obstructing the road at several places. They are becoming a safety hazard and costing lives. We are waiting for the forest department to clear them,” the officer said.

Officials also found that inadequate street lighting, poor lighting and missing warning signs were common at several black spots, especially along highway stretches that witnessed high-speed traffic during night hours.

Trees are being relocated near Manjeera Mall in Kukatpally as part of Hyderabad’s strategic road development programme. | Photo credit: NAGARA GOPAL

Several dangerous stretches are now surrounded by residential colonies, commercial establishments, fuel filling stations, metro corridors and service roads, resulting in constant interaction between pedestrians, local commuters, heavy vehicles and long-distance traffic.

Several agencies including the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Roads and Buildings (R&B) Department, Cyberabad Metropolitan Corporation (CMC) and Telangana Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (TGIIC) will be involved in the remedial process.

Published – 30 May 2026 08:01 IST