Kataria conducts ground survey as 73 mm rain leaves city waterlogged, roads damaged

Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria conducted a ground survey on Wednesday following heavy rain that left parts of the city waterlogged and roads damaged. Accompanied by several officials, Kataria visited affected areas in a Chandigarh Transport Undertaking bus to inspect sectors including 17, 22, 43, 46, 47, 26 Mandi, Jagatpura, Tribune Chowk, Shastri Nagar-Manimajra and Bapu Dham.

The India Meteorological Department recorded 73 mm of rainfall in the past 24 hours, with a total of 549.7 mm since June 1, showing a 12.3 percent deficit compared to the normal rainfall for the period.

The Administrator directed officials to undertake immediate repairs and clear obstructions, emphasizing the priority of safety and convenience for residents. He instructed Municipal Corporation officials and the Engineering Department to take coordinated measures to deal with waterlogging, fallen trees, damaged roads, and other issues.

The visit occurred as the city continued to face the impact of Tuesday's heavy rainfall, with intersections experiencing waterlogging, traffic delays, and road damage, including a portion of Madhya Marg near Sector 28 that remained closed for repairs. The administration issued advisories for two damaged roads, urging commuters to drive cautiously in affected areas.