India’s tech capital has once again turned into a waterlogged disaster zone after the season’s heaviest downpour crippled the city. Roads, Metro stations, and bus stops were inundated, forcing authorities to deploy boats for rescue operations in several low-lying areas.

The rain claimed three lives: a 12-year-old boy and a 63-year-old man died of electrocution in BTM Layout, while a woman was crushed under debris in Whitefield. Grief and rage swept across the city as citizens navigated flooded streets and power outages.

Even as Bengaluru struggled to stay afloat, the Congress-led state government marked its two-year anniversary with a lavish event in Hosapete. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, joined by Rahul Gandhi and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, participated in the celebration—a move that sparked public fury and political backlash.

The opposition BJP slammed the ruling party for “celebrating while the city drowns,” accusing it of being out of touch with ground realities and insensitive to citizens’ suffering.

The glaring contrast between the festive atmosphere in Hosapete and the scenes of devastation in Bengaluru has only intensified demands for accountability and urgent action on the city’s failing infrastructure.