Heavy rain paralyses Bengaluru roads

Bengaluru, 

Bengaluru came to a standstill on Friday as heavy rains triggered widespread trafchaos across the city. Vehicles crawled bumper to bumper for hours, while several roads were submerged and trees were uprooted, highlighting what has increasingly become a routine monsoon challenge for the city. The Bengaluru Traffic Police remained on the ground throughout, working to manage severe congestion, clear flooded stretches, and ensure public safety amid the adverse weather conditions. 

Major traffic snarls were reported on key corridors, including the Manyata Flyover towards Hebbal, Kartik Nagar, HRBR Layout, HBR Layout, Kalyan Nagar, Queens Road, Kammanahalli, and Bannerghatta Road, where commuters faced long delays. Waterlogging further compounded the situation in several parts of the city.

Areas such as the Jayamahal Underpass, R.P. Road, Khode Under pass, Sanjaynagar, RV Teachers' Colony, Windsor Manor Down Ramp, GRT Junction, Bhattarahalli, KR Puram, Devegowda Circle, Phoenix Mall Junction in Mahadevapura, Nayandahalli, and B. Narayana pura witnessed severe traffic congestion due to inundated roads. With recurring instances of flooding and gridlock following heavy rainfall, concerns over Bengaluru's drainage infrastructure and urban planning continue to grow among residents and commuters alike.