Heavy rainfall on Wednesday evening brought life to a standstill across Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR), particularly hitting Gurugram hard. (File photo)
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Corporate offices and private institutions were advised to allow their employees to work from home on Thursday, a day after torrential rain led to massive traffic snarls and waterlogging in the high-rise city, PTI reported. (File photo)
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Across the city, several major roads and key intersections were submerged in rainwater. Areas like Sohna Road, MG Road, National Highway 8, Shadipur, Madhuban Chowk, and Old Rohtak Road reported significant water accumulation, making it nearly impossible for commuters to move. (Photo: @gharkekalesh/Twitter)
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued an orange alert for the region, cautioning residents of more rain on Thursday, according to a report by NavBharat Times. (Photo: srinivasiyc/Twitter)
Social media was flooded with videos and complaints from residents stuck in traffic or dealing with flooded homes. (Photo: @gsam2411/Twitter)
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Many lamented the routine chaos Gurugram faces every time it rains. “Even a short spell of rain quickly leads to traffic jams, waterlogged roads accompanied by floating garbage and debris. Not to forget prolonged power cuts,” wrote one user. (Photo: Twitter)
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In response to the backlash, the Gurugram Municipal Corporation (MCG) said its teams were actively working on the ground. (Photo: Twitter)
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DCP (traffic) said Rajesh Mohan cops were deployed at waterlogging spots, including Sheetla Mata temple point, CRPF Camp Chowk, Sector 37, and Hero Honda Chowk. (Photo: @gsam2411/Twitter)
