Heavy rainfall on Tuesday caused waterlogging in Delhi markets including Sadar Bazar, with water entering shops and disrupting traffic.
In a souvenir shop at Sadar Bazar, Anil Kumar stood in knee-deep water on Tuesday, trying to bail it out with a bucket. “I have been working here for 20 years, and every time it rains, it floods. This hasn’t changed in decades,” said Kumar.
According to the India Meteorological Department, Safdarjung recorded 51 mm of rainfall and Pusa recorded 80 mm between 11.30 am and 2.30 pm. Water entered shops in Connaught Place and Sadar Bazar, causing traffic snarls.
The Aam Aadmi Party and Bharatiya Janata Party clashed over responsibility. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta travelled by DTC bus to inspect affected areas and instructed officials to strengthen drainage systems.
