Bengaluru Rains Expose Infrastructure Woes

Intense overnight rains flooded Bengaluru, resulting in chaos and infrastructure failure. The downpour led to waterlogging, property damage, and one fatality. Various neighborhoods were heavily impacted, with residents and commuters facing significant challenges. The opposition criticized the governing party for ineffective infrastructure investments, demanding accountability from officials.

Unrelenting overnight rains plunged Bengaluru into chaos, highlighting serious infrastructure deficiencies. Persistent flooding brought normal life to a halt, with residents resorting to inflatables to navigate the waterlogged city.

Tragically, a 35-year-old woman lost her life due to a collapsed wall in one of the affected areas. Uprooted trees and waterlogged roads exacerbated the situation for both the public and local authorities.

The opposition seized the opportunity to criticize the incumbent government, accusing it of failing to deliver after investing significant funds in city infrastructure. Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar acknowledged the ongoing issues, pledging a long-term focus on resolution.

(With inputs from agencies.)