Continuous rain throws life out of gear in Amritsar, suburbs

Persistent rain since early Sunday morning has thrown life out of gear in Amritsar and its surrounding areas. Intermittent showers, at times heavy, continued throughout the day and into late Monday evening, leaving several parts of the city inundated. According to weather experts, the city is likely to witness more rainfall in the next 24 hours, as the monsoon remains active over Punjab. The downpour has exposed the poor condition of city roads, many of which are already damaged due to ongoing showers. Potholes and construction work at various flyover sites have added to the misery of commuters, with rainwater collecting on uneven and broken stretches.

The traffic movement has slowed, particularly along major routes like the GT road. Kashmir Singh, a commuter, shared his ordeal after his car stalled in accumulated water near the canal stretch. “My vehicle got stuck in a knee-deep water. I had to struggle to get it out. The authorities need to improve the rainwater drainage system,” he said.

Delivery workers and two-wheeler riders also faced difficulties navigating waterlogged lanes. Ravi Kumar, a food delivery executive, said, “Rainy days may feel pleasant to many people, but for us it becomes a struggle. Poor roads and heavy traffic make our work even harder.”

Meanwhile, agricultural experts have issued an advisory for farmers, urging them to ensure proper drainage of water from their fields to prevent crop damage. They cautioned against allowing excess water accumulation, which could harm standing crops.

As rain continues, residents have called for urgent action by the Municipal Corporation to address drainage issues and repair broken roads, warning that unchecked waterlogging could worsen traffic woes and raise public health concerns.