Bengaluru Drenched: Life Disrupted by Torrential Rains

Bengaluru grapples with torrential rains causing widespread waterlogging, disrupting daily life. Schools and Anganwadi centres were shut by official orders. In response to very heavy rainfall warnings, the city experiences traffic disruptions amid fallen trees and flooded roads, as per the Indian Meteorological Department's orange alert.

The city of Bengaluru is reeling under heavy rains that have lashed the region for two days, causing severe waterlogging and disrupting everyday life. Several low-lying areas and roads remain inundated, as residents struggle to commute through the flood-affected streets.

In response to the severe weather, Bengaluru Urban Deputy Commissioner Jagadish G has announced the closure of schools and Anganwadi centres on Monday. This marks the second instance within a week that educational institutions have been shut due to rainfall in the city.

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert, warning of very heavy rain ranging between 11 cm to 20 cm. Citizens are urged to remain cautious as moderate to heavy rain accompanied by lightning is expected at isolated places across Bengaluru Urban and Rural districts.

(With inputs from agencies.)