Shops and buildings along the stretch appeared inundated, forcing shopkeepers and residents to halt their daily routines

The usually busy thoroughfare wore a deserted look as the knee-deep water made it challenging for vehicles to navigate

Hindmata, a known flood-prone area, often experiences this annual ordeal during the monsoon, but the current situation highlighted the urgent need for improved drainage systems and urban flood management

Despite efforts by civic authorities to mitigate the crisis, the relentless downpour rendered their efforts insufficient

As a result, stranded commuters and shopkeepers waited anxiously for the waters to recede, while authorities urged caution and patience amid the city’s latest monsoon challenge