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Gurgaon Or Venice? Rain Causes Severe Waterlogging; Netizens Criticise Drainage System

Gurgaon Rain

Cover Image Courtesy: @susheeldhar63/X and @naveengaur_du/X

Heavy monsoon rain has now brought daily life to a standstill in Gurgaon. Videos are going viral on the internet showing roads flooded with overflowing water, and netizens are comparing the visuals to Venice! Locals are even joking about using boats or yachts instead of cars on the roads.

Heavy Rain Leaves Gurgaon Waterlogged

After just 30 minutes of rain, Gurgaon turned into a sea, and netizens are now criticising the city’s infrastructure and drainage system. According to Moneycontrol, Gurgaon received around 82 mm of rainfall during its first major spell of monsoon on July 7, and in no time, the roads were flooded with overflowing water. The waterlogged roads led to severe traffic congestion across the city, leaving commuters stranded for hours. A video posted by an X user, @ErRahul337, shows the impact of the rain in Gurgaon.

Reportedly, Gurugram Police issued an advisory appealing to the corporate sector and private companies to permit employees to work from home over the next few days. However, the rain could not stop netizens from sharing hilarious reactions on social media. An X user, @naveengaur_du, posted a video and wrote, “This is what moderate rainfall does to #Gurugram. It is a tough competition with Venice.” 

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Netizens Compare Gurgaon To Venice

Many people also complained that every year, Gurgaon turns into a mess after rainfall and that the authorities should take action to prevent this. According to Moneycontrol, the Delhi-Jaipur stretch of NH-48 near Narsinghpur also caved in following heavy rain.

Not just that, but a separate cave-in was also reported on Civil Lines Road, while a bus slipped into an open drain near NH-48. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Traffic congestion was also reported from Hero Honda Chowk, Rajiv Chowk, Basai, Golf Course Extension Road, Udyog Vihar and Sohna Road.

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Do you live in Gurgaon, and are you facing the same problem?

Cover Image Courtesy: @susheeldhar63/X and @naveengaur_du/X

FAQs

Why are people comparing Gurgaon with Venice?

People are comparing Gurgaon with Venice because heavy rain flooded the roads, making them look like the iconic waterways of Venice.

Why are people questioning Gurgaon’s infrastructure during the monsoon?

Ashmeet Guliani: A coffee lover at heart, Ashmeet is a writer who enjoys exploring new cafes, hidden gems and bookstores. When not working, she’s usually found with a book in hand, cafe-hopping, or spending time with dogs.