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Heavy Rain In Gurugram Leaves Roads, Streets Waterlogged, Normal Life Disrupted
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Heavy rains lashed Haryana's Gurugram and other parts of the Delhi-NCR region on Tuesday, bringing relief from the recent scorching heat.
Heavy rains lashed Haryana's Gurugram and other parts of the Delhi-NCR region on Tuesday, disrupting normal life as roads and houses were waterlogged while the downpour continued during peak hours.
Heavy rain brought a respite from the scorching heat of the past few days in Delhi-NCR, but triggered intense traffic snarls at the National Highway 48 and several areas in Gurugram.
Normal life was disrupted again in Gurugram, which is no stranger to waterlogging and traffic congestion during heavy rains. Several videos on social media showed major roads and parking lots waterlogged after the downpour today, leaving cars submerged.
Commuters were seen wading through a waterlogged road along the Delhi-Gurugram Expressway after heavy rainfall, and some vehicles were reportedly stuck there. The Sector 10A Huda market in the city was also affected as the roads were choked due to waterlogging. In some instances, drones were seen overflowing as netizens quipped about the city's poor infrastructure and 'Rishikesh vibes'.
'This road condition has been in the same state from last 10 years… I don't why they cannot maintain it.. heavy corruption everywhere," one user commented. 'Perks of living in multi crore houses in millenium city Gurgaon Gurugram half and hour of rain and rishikesh vibes. Sector 21," another user said.
Sector 10A HUDA Market Gurugram after normal rain ☔🌧️ — Indian (@sarvmanglamcom) June 17, 2025
#DelhiRains Ye hai millennium city Gurugram ke haal, ek paani ka dariya hai aur तैर ke jaana hai #rain #gurugram — RJ Yogi (@RjYogi) June 17, 2025
शीतला माता मंदिर के आसपास #MCG कर्मचारियों द्वारा जल निकासी को सुचारू बनाए रखा गया, जिससे यातायात संचालन सही रहा। @cmohry @NayabSainiBJP @DC_Gurugram @PradeepIAS_HR @diprogurugram1 — MCG (@MunCorpGurugram) June 17, 2025
The downpour began in the afternoon with strong winds across several areas. As the downpour intensified, the temperatures fell and the atmosphere turned cool and pleasant.
IMD Issues Red Alert
Earlier in the day, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued a red alert for Delhi and neighbouring regions, forecasting thunderstorms accompanied by hail, moderate to heavy rainfall, and gusty winds with speeds reaching 50-70 kmph at isolated places.
According to IMD data, the rainfall recorded at various weather stations included 10 mm at Safdarjung, 5 mm at Lodhi Road, 41 mm at Pusa, 15 mm at Narayana, and 23 mm at Ayanagar.
The IMD also issued a moderate thunderstorm warning, highlighting potential impacts and precautionary measures. It cautioned that intense lightning could pose a threat to life, especially in open areas. Disruptions to traffic and delays in flight and train services are also likely. The advisory noted risks to livestock and people working outdoors.
Residents have been advised to remain indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. The IMD recommended unplugging electrical appliances during storms to avoid damage from lightning. People were also warned against taking shelter under trees or metal structures and using mobile phones in open areas during lightning activity.
Delhi-NCR remains under a yellow alert until Thursday, with the forecast indicating light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds through the period.
(with agency inputs)
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