Gurugram waterlogged after heavy rains; traffic snarls across city
Gurugram witnessed severe waterlogging and traffic congestion following heavy rainfall on Thursday morning. The downpour, which lasted for about three hours, particularly affected areas such as the Narsinghpur stretch of the Delhi-Gurugram Expressway, Basai, and Golf Course Extension Road. There was also significant congestion on National Highway 48 (NH-48) toward Delhi and Sohna Road.
Residents express frustration over recurring waterlogging issue
Residents reported that children in colonies near NH-48 at Narsinghpur were unable to attend school due to the waterlogged roads. Anjali Yadav, a class 10 student from Khandsa, voiced her frustration with the recurring issue. "Our studies suffer every monsoon as there is no way we can reach the school bus stand," she told the Hindustan Times. Rakesh Yaduvanshi, another resident, shared similar sentiments.
Traffic congestion leaves commuters stranded
Traffic between Kherki Daula and Rajeev Chowk on NH-48 was severely affected as knee-deep water accumulated in the area. Commuters experienced delays as vehicles struggled to navigate through the flooded service lane. Three vehicles broke down in the service lane, further exacerbating the congestion. Priya Malhotra, a daily commuter, described her ordeal: "I have been stuck here for over 45 minutes. It is impossible to get through this water."
Authorities respond to waterlogging and traffic issues
In response to the waterlogging and traffic issues, officials from the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) reported that at least five water pumps have been installed at Narsinghpur. "Our team is on the ground to quickly respond to waterlogging concerns. Pumps have been deployed at hot spots such as Narsinghpur, Khandsa Chowk, Rajiv Chowk, and Sector 67 to pump out accumulated stormwater," an official stated.
Efforts underway to improve drainage, says municipal commissioner
Municipal Corporation of Gurugram Commissioner Narhari Singh Bangar assured that efforts were being made to clear the water and improve drainage in the affected areas. "Over 50 people are deployed at different locations to address the waterlogging," he said.
