Social Media Times: 5 videos that shows waterlogging in planned city

The persistent water logging in the area, which occurs even after just 30 minutes of rainfall, has become a grave concern that urgently requires attention and action, as it not only poses a significant threat to the health and safety of residents living in nearby societies but also increases the risk of vector-borne diseases like dengue and malaria, making it imperative for authorities to take prompt measures to address this issue.

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Screengrab of the video showing waterlogging (X/RajatpandeyJF)

Social Media Times: Delhi, we thought we'd seen the worst of it with the floods, but hold on to your umbrellas because the rain gods are not done yet! The Meteorological Department has just issued a yellow alert, warning of a whopping 6 days of continuous rain ahead. Take a look to the videos below that will showcase the condition of planned city. 

1. Rain chaos in Gurugram

The unrelenting heavy rain in Gurugram brought the city to a standstill, as the deluge turned roads into massive ponds, with water levels rising alarmingly, flooding homes and businesses, and causing immense hardship to residents, who struggled to navigate the treacherous terrain.

2. Vehicle after heavy rain

This photograph depicts a car, that has been transformed into a virtual island, surrounded by a sea of water, with its exterior and possibly interior severely impacted, all within a mere three-hour window of rainfall, highlighting the extreme vulnerability of our location to flash flooding and the dire need for effective drainage solutions.

3. Noida's Transportation Paradox

The RTO office in Noida's Hi-Tech City, a crucial hub for transportation services, has been ironically rendered vulnerable to the elements, with its makeshift tin shed premises submerged in rainwater, even as it continues to generate an impressive monthly revenue of ₹90 crore, underscoring the need for upgraded infrastructure to match its financial prowess.

4. Noida drowns in rain

Noida struggles to stay afloat as heavy rains leave streets waterlogged and residents stranded. The city's infrastructure is put to the test as rainwater inundates homes and roads, causing chaos and disruption.

5. Stagnant water

The persistent water logging in our area, which occurs even after just 30 minutes of rainfall, has become a grave concern that urgently requires attention and action, as it not only poses a significant threat to the health and safety of residents living in nearby societies but also increases the risk of vector-borne diseases like dengue and malaria, making it imperative for authorities to take prompt measures to address this issue.