Heavy intermittent rainfall over the past three days has severely disrupted traffic across Delhi and Gurgaon, revealing significant flaws in the region’s infrastructure. Key routes in both cities have been inundated, causing widespread waterlogging and leading to severe delays for commuters.
Despite only moderate rainfall today, parts of Delhi NCR, particularly Gurugram, experienced a repeat of traffic gridlock. The waterlogged roads turned into major bottlenecks, affecting office-goers and parents dropping children at school. The persistent rain has exposed the region’s inadequate drainage systems, prompting widespread criticism of the city’s infrastructure.
Gurgaon after just an hour of rain……We this kind of crumbling infra, we are planning to compete with mega cities like Dubai pic.twitter.com/F2UqhiPLNt
— Shruti Mallick (@shruti_nike) September 6, 2024
Should I write driving or boating for office???
🤦#Gurgaon pic.twitter.com/59nM2iryN2
— Neetu Garg (@NeetuGarg6) September 6, 2024
Frustrated commuters took to social media to voice their displeasure. “Gurgaon after just an hour of rain……With this kind of crumbling infra, we are planning to compete with mega cities like Dubai,” wrote X user Shruti Mallick, who shared a video of vehicles struggling through flooded streets.
In a mix of humor and frustration, some residents questioned their commuting options. “Should I write driving or boating for office?” asked Neetu Garg. “After seeing Gurgaon turn into a water park every monsoon, swimming should be mandatory for corporate jobs in Gurgaon. If you can’t swim to work, you’re probably in the wrong city!” joked Satish Dangi.
The heavy rainfall has left main roads and key routes heavily waterlogged, exacerbating traffic congestion. Areas severely affected include the Delhi-Jaipur Expressway near Narsinghpur, Sohna Road, Golf Course Extension Road, Basai, Hero Honda Chowk, Southern Peripheral Road (SPR), and Subhash Chowk.
Commuters have faced significant delays, with some lamenting the inconvenience. “It should rain only on weekends in Delhi. I’m only twice as late as I usually am to office,” wrote X user Sanchal, highlighting the widespread impact on daily routines.
The ongoing issues have underscored the urgent need for infrastructure improvements in Delhi NCR. As residents grapple with the fallout from this week’s rains, calls for enhanced drainage systems and better urban planning are growing louder. The situation continues to unfold as the region braces for potential further rainfall and seeks solutions to mitigate future disruptions.
