Commuters in the national capital had a harrowing time today as heavy rain lashed parts of the city leading to waterlogging and traffic congestion.
Several arterial roads and major intersections were submerged due to the heavy downpour since morning resulting in long traffic snarls.
Severe waterlogging was reported under Moti Nagar flyover, Ranjit Singh footover bridge, Mayapuri Chowk, Zakhira underpass, Bhairon Enclave, Chhatta Rail bridge, Lala Lajpat Rai marg, Rohtak road, Rani Jhansi road, Azad Market and Zakhira flyover.
Traffic congestion was also witnessed in the carriageway from Moti Nagar towards Raja Garden due to waterlogging. The breakdown of a bus in the same area added to the woes of the commuters on the stretch.
Another bus got stuck under the flooded Minto Bridge in the heart of the city. However, the passengers were rescued safely.
The Delhi Traffic Police Twitter handle was busy posting updates alerting commuters on congested roads around the city.
Delhi received 32 mm rainfall today between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm, according to the reading of the Safdarjung observatory.
Areas under Palam, Lodhi Road, Ridge and Ayanagar recorded 25.2 mm, 30.8 mm, 38.6 mm, 1.7mm rains respectively during the same period.
The Meteorological office has forecast overcast skies along with light rains for tomorrow.
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