In Telangana, the widespread impact of the bandh called on Saturday (October 18, 2025) on the call of backward class associations and various political parties is being seen in Medchal-Malkajgiri, Ranga Reddy and Vikarabad districts including Hyderabad. The bandh is being observed peacefully at most places since the morning of Saturday (October 18), but its biggest impact has been seen on the normal life and traffic system.
The city’s public transport system broke down
The bus service of Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) has been completely affected due to this bandh. Buses have not been sent out from most of the depots including major bus stations of the city like Secunderabad JBS, Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station (MGBS), Uppal, Kushaiguda, Shadnagar, Ibrahimpatnam, Kukatpally, Vikarabad, Parigi and Tandur. Due to non-operation of buses, the public transport system, which is considered the backbone of the city, has collapsed.
Fares for auto-rickshaws and cabs increased due to non-operation of buses.
Due to lack of buses, commuters going out for daily work are facing a lot of trouble. People have to resort to expensive private vehicles, auto rickshaws and cab services to reach their destination. Due to increased demand, there are also reports of auto and cab drivers charging exorbitant fares, which has further increased the problems of passengers.
There is no possibility of people getting relief from the closure.
There was silence in markets and business establishments during the bandh in many districts of Telangana. However, no untoward incident has been reported from anywhere so far and the administration has tightened security arrangements. More impact of the bandh may be seen in the coming few hours and there is no immediate possibility of relief for the passengers.
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