Heavy Rains Cause Widespread Disruption in Ambala, Minister Goyal Assesses Situation

Heavy rainfall in Ambala caused severe waterlogging, disrupting daily life. Haryana Minister Aseem Goyal assessed the situation and promised relief through future projects and repairs. The Indian Meteorological Department predicts more rain for the region.

Heavy rains pounded Ambala on Sunday, causing severe disruptions to normal life and widespread waterlogging across the city. Haryana Minister Aseem Goyal surveyed the area to assess the impact.

Minister Goyal reported that the city received over 220 mm of rain in the last 24 hours, a figure well above the 50 mm limit cities generally withstand. He noted a trend of cloud bursts and acknowledged the significant waterlogging. Departments are working diligently to manage the situation, with plans in place to open tenders for approved projects aimed at providing relief.

The Minister also informed that he has spoken to Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, who has instructed senior officials to visit the affected areas. Goyal emphasized that the government is committed to designing a solution to prevent future occurrences. Despite damage to some pumps, 48 of the Municipal Corporation's pumps are operational. He conceded there were lapses by the Municipal Corporation and assured they would be addressed.

Meanwhile, commuters struggled through waterlogged roads as the rainfall lashed many parts of the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had forecast thunderstorms, lightning, and moderate rain for areas including Kurukshetra, Ambala, Yamunanagar, and Panchkula.

The IMD's Regional Centre in New Delhi also predicted moderate to heavy rains with thunderstorms and lightning across several parts of Haryana, affecting places like Rajaund, Assandh, Jind, Gohana, Rohtak, Jhajjar, and Farukhnagar.

(With inputs from agencies.)