As citizens were beginning to recover from the deluge that struck on Sunday night, Bengaluru was hit hard once again by intense rainfall on Monday. The city’s weather, which had calmed with light drizzles from 10 AM to 8 PM, turned tumultuous after 10 PM, leading to heavy downpours that continued late into the night. This latest bout of rain exacerbated the situation, causing widespread disruptions across various neighbourhoods.
By late Monday night, the city was grappling with significant waterlogging on major roads, leading to traffic congestion that made vehicle movement exceedingly difficult. Two-wheeler riders were particularly affected, facing hazardous conditions as they attempted to navigate through flooded streets. The heavy rain created a perfect storm of chaos, with many areas experiencing severe flooding.
Mysuru Road was among the worst-hit, suffering from heavy traffic congestion. The situation worsened in the vicinity of the Satellite Bus Station, where private buses were forced to halt mid-road due to water accumulation, further complicating the traffic scenario. Other key junctions, such as Hebbal Junction, were nearly brought to a standstill, with commuters struggling to make any progress.
Yelahanka recorded over 15 centimetres of rainfall by 11:30 PM, contributing to the widespread flooding. In Attur, residents faced significant challenges, with many homes inundated and some forced to evacuate for safety. Monday morning had already seen heavy rainfall, affecting various parts of the city, including Majestic, Mysore Bank Circle, Vidhana Soudha, Shantinagar, Jayanagar, Vijayanagar, Magadi Road, Rajajinagar, and Malleshwaram.
The RV College area on Mysuru Road experienced severe waterlogging, while the Kengeri Railway Station tracks were submerged, posing risks to train operations. In HSR Layout, homes reported flooding, and the Freedom School area was engulfed by water, with over ten buses parked outside the school becoming submerged.
Koramangala was not spared from the rain’s wrath, with major roads heavily waterlogged and the Sports Village area facing significant flooding. The Sarjapur-Dommasandra Road saw similar challenges, where Dommasandra Circle was transformed into a river-like flow, resulting in traffic jams stretching for kilometres.
In light of the severe weather conditions, District Collector Jagadish announced a school holiday around 7:30 AM. However, many parents were already en route to schools, unaware of the announcement. Those who learned of the holiday returned home, while several private schools opted to conduct half-day classes despite the official declaration.
This situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced by residents during the monsoon season, as they navigate not only the impact of heavy rainfall but also the associated logistical issues in day-to-day life.
As the city continues to deal with the aftereffects of this relentless weather, authorities and citizens alike must remain vigilant and prepared for future storms that could disrupt life in Bengaluru once again.