Monsoon Mayhem: City Schools Shut, Ghaggar Threatens
Heavy rainfall lashed the city on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, triggering widespread disruption and prompting a late announcement of school closures, causing significant inconvenience to parents and students. The downpour led to chaotic scenes across the city.
A large tree crashed onto a school vehicle, thankfully resulting in no serious injuries. However, the incident highlighted the dangers posed by the intense weather.
Roads were submerged under floodwaters, causing major traffic snarls and disruptions to commute. Power outages added to the public’s woes, leaving many areas in darkness.
The Ghaggar River swelled dangerously, forcing the evacuation of several low-lying areas. A medical camp was set up to provide immediate assistance to those affected by the flooding.
The unprecedented rainfall underscores the urgent need for improved city infrastructure and disaster preparedness measures to mitigate the impact of future monsoon seasons. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities faced by urban populations during extreme weather events.
