The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Large areas of Kolkata and its surroundings waterlogged due to torrential rains
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Senjuti Sengupta
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Heavy rainfall caused by a deep depression has led to severe waterlogging and traffic disruptions across Kolkata and surrounding districts. The meteorological department has issued warnings for continued heavy downpours in several parts of West Bengal.
Normal life came to a standstill in Kolkata on Monday (August 17, 2026) as incessant rains induced by a deep depression since early Monday (August 17) caused waterlogging exacerbating traffic snarls during office hours.
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