Overnight rain caused waterlogging and severe traffic congestion across Bengaluru, affecting Outer Ring Road, Whitefield, Marathahalli, HSR Layout and other areas
Bengaluru rain caused widespread waterlogging and traffic congestion on September 29, with motorists facing delays across Whitefield, Marathahalli, Outer Ring Road and other areas.
Bengaluru: Heavy overnight rain disrupted normal life across Bengaluru, with waterlogging and traffic congestion reported in several parts of the city.
Major traffic jams were reported around Outer Ring Road, HSR Layout, Agara Lake and Kadubeesanahalli. Some motorists were reportedly stuck in traffic for nearly an hour despite covering a distance of around 9 km.
Rain, potholes and water accumulation on roads added to the traffic problems in several areas.
Bengaluru Rain Floods Roads In Whitefield And Marathahalli
Several roads in Whitefield, Marathahalli and Outer Ring Road were flooded following the overnight rainfall.
Waterlogging made it difficult for motorists to travel, while traffic congestion was reported at multiple locations in Whitefield. Traffic police personnel were seen standing in water while managing the movement of vehicles.
In some areas of Whitefield and HAL, traffic police personnel also attempted to clear accumulated water by removing garbage that was obstructing drainage.
Lorry Hits 108 Ambulance Near Nelamangala
Heavy rain also led to an accident near Madanayakanahalli in Nelamangala during the early hours of the morning.
A lorry reportedly collided with a 108 ambulance on the national highway. Chikkabanawara Traffic Police reached the spot and conducted an investigation.
Further details about the accident were not immediately available.
Bengaluru Rain To Continue For Next Three Days
Rain continued in Bengaluru on the morning of September 29, creating difficulties for people travelling to work.
The rainfall has been linked to a depression over the Bay of Bengal, with the Meteorological Department forecasting rain across Karnataka over the next three days.
The department has also forecast thundershowers in Bengaluru, indicating that traffic and waterlogging-related disruptions could continue in the city.
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