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Bengaluru Floods
Bengaluru, the capital city of Karnataka, often experiences urban flooding during the monsoon season, especially between June and September. While not a coastal city, its topography, rapid
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FAQ
1. Which areas in Bangalore are most prone to flooding?
Flood-prone areas in Bangalore include Bellandur, HSR Layout, Koramangala, Sarjapur Road, Whitefield, KR Puram, and parts of Indiranagar, especially those near lakes and stormwater drains.
2. Why does Bangalore experience urban flooding despite its elevation?
Bangalore sits on a plateau, but unplanned construction, shrinking water bodies, encroachment of rajakaluves (stormwater drains), and poor drainage maintenance have led to frequent flooding in many areas.
3. How does BBMP manage floods in the city?
The BBMP deploys mobile water pumps, clears stormwater drains, and operates a 24x7 control room to respond to complaints. Citizens can call the BBMP helpline at 2266 0000 for assistance.
4. Are IT parks and schools closed during floods in Bangalore?
In severe cases, offices may advise work-from-home and schools may declare holidays depending on BBMP warnings and IMD alerts for heavy to very heavy rainfall.
5. How can Bangaloreans track flood updates and alerts?
Follow BBMP, BTP (Bangalore Traffic Police), and IMD Bengaluru on social media. Apps like BTP’s traffic update platform and local news channels provide real-time flood alerts and diversions.