Video: Taj Mahal's main dome sees water leakage after rain
The main dome of the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, is experiencing water leakage due to continuous rainfall over three days, PTI reported. The incessant downpour also flooded a garden within the monument's premises. A video showcasing this submerged garden went viral on Thursday, drawing significant attention from tourists visiting the site.
ASI confirms leakage, assures no damage to Taj Mahal
Rajkumar Patel, the superintending chief of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Agra circle, confirmed the leakage in the Taj Mahal's main dome. He told the news agency that it was caused by seepage but assured that no damage has occurred. "Yes, we observed leakage in the main dome of the Taj Mahal. Upon inspection, it was found to be caused by seepage, and no damage has occurred," he said.
Repair plans for Taj Mahal and other historical sites
Patel has assured that necessary repairs will be conducted and the garden will be restored after the rain subsides. Other historical sites in Agra such as Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Jhunjhun Ka Katora, Rambagh, Mehtab Bagh, Chini Ka Rauza, Akbar's tomb in Sikandra and the Roman Catholic Cemetery also suffered minor damage due to the heavy rain.
Video of the flood
Agra's weather conditions lead to city-wide waterlogging
Agra has been grappling with heavy rainfall for three days, resulting in widespread waterlogging throughout the city. The severe weather has caused flooding on national highways, crop submersion, and water choking in upscale neighborhoods. Due to these extreme conditions, all schools in Agra were ordered to remain closed. On Thursday alone, the city recorded 151mm of rain—the highest amount of rainfall in 24 hours over the past 80 years.
