Incessant rainfall wreaks havoc in Haryana; severe waterlogging in Ambala residential areas

Ambala (Haryana) [India], September 20 (HBTV): Continuous heavy rainfall over the past two days in Haryana’s Ambala district has caused severe waterlogging in various parts of the city, including residential areas. Residents of Ambala’s Cloth Market, Nadi Mohalla, and other localities have reported widespread inconvenience and damage due to flooding.

A local resident said that heavy rains since Monday have led to water accumulation on the streets, making potholes invisible and posing a serious threat to two-wheeler riders. ‘During periods of waterlogging, minor injuries are common. Earlier, water used to drain away quickly, but now homes are also being affected, with water entering residential premises,’ the resident said.

Another resident shared that all his household belongings had been damaged by floodwaters, while a woman shopkeeper reported that this level of flooding was unprecedented. She said her shop had been waterlogged since September 1, with surrounding areas facing similar difficulties.

Meanwhile, in view of continuous heavy rainfall in Gurugram, Ajay Kumar, District Magistrate-cum-Chairperson of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), issued an advisory. ‘In view of the forecast, all corporate offices and private institutions in the district are advised to guide their employees to work from home; and all schools in the district are advised to conduct online classes on 02-09-2025,’ the advisory stated.

In a post on X, Gurugram Deputy Commissioner noted that the city received more than 100 mm of rainfall on Monday between 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm, and that the Weather Department had issued an Orange Alert for September 2, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall. ‘The district administration appeals to the public to exercise caution, avoid unnecessary travel, and follow all official instructions in view of the prevailing weather conditions,’ the post read.

Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar, along with Police Commissioner Vikas Kumar Arora, visited the Control Room at the CP Office late on Monday to review the situation across the city and monitor traffic and waterlogging points. ‘District Administration and Gurugram Police are working round the clock to ensure the safety and convenience of Gurugram residents,’ the DC wrote.

(ANI)