Cherlapally Railway Station, touted as a modern and aesthetic addition to Hyderabad’s infrastructure, is under water after a single evening of rainfall exposed glaring flaws in its construction.
Despite taking four years to complete and inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi just four months ago, the station's roof failed to withstand even moderate rain.
Passengers were left wading through flooded platforms as rainwater poured through leaky roofing — turning the so-called world-class station into what some described as a “water park.”
Built at a cost of Rs 413 crore, the station was expected to be a model of modern engineering. Instead, it has drawn sharp criticism.
“Is this world-class infrastructure? One rain and the platform is underwater,” said a frustrated commuter.
Critics questioned whether India is truly competing with global infrastructure leaders like China, or simply fooling its own citizens with hollow claims.
“Our engineering, skills, and expenditure pale in comparison to countries like China. Where are we heading?” a local observer asked.
The incident has raised serious concerns over construction quality, accountability, and whether public funds are being spent effectively.
Cherlapally Railway Station 🌧️
— YSR (@ysathishreddy) May 22, 2025
Took 4 years to build.
Inaugurated by PM Modi just 4 months ago.
Built at a cost of ₹413 crore.
World-class infrastructure?
One rain turned it into a water park.
Are we competing with China or just fooling our own people? pic.twitter.com/xKiwMZ48Zl
