Durga Puja preparations in Kolkata ran into rough weather on Tuesday (Sept 23) as heavy overnight downpour inundated parts of the city.
Transport system crippled !!
The 'aapa land's governance' and municipal arrangements stood exposed yet again.
Rain cripples Kolkata
Seven die of electrocution
Floodwater entered many buildings and residential complexes across Kolkata
The city recorded a staggering 185 mm of rain in just three hours, the heaviest in years, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Overall, Alipore logged 247.5 mm in 24 hours, and several neighbourhoods reported extreme rainfall that submerged roads, houses and markets. The downpour disrupted rail and Metro services, rescheduled multiple long-distance trains, and dampened festive preparations.
Metro services were suspended between Shahid Khudiram and Maidan after waterlogging between Mahanayak Uttam Kumar and Rabindra Sarobar stations; truncated operations continued only between Dakshineswar and Maidan, with Metro staff working to pump out water.
The city’s festive spirit also dimmed under the looming threat of electrocution. In Tollygunge, residents urged Puja committees to ensure proper insulation of lighting wires.
“Lighting isn’t completed in our locality. There is a big risk if wires are left open,” said Bhupen Gopal Dutta. (reported 'The Telegraph')
At least three deaths due to electrocution have already been reported in Kolkata. Around Ballygunge Circular Road, residents remained without electricity since 2am after a man died of electrocution.
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