Kolkata Rains Update 2025: Waterlogging, Traffic Chaos, and Festival Preparations Impacted

Kolkata, you know, the capital of West Bengal, it's getting absolutely drenched. We're talking non-stop rain pouring down that just ruins your day. The weather folks at the IMD are all over the TV, basically saying it's not going to stop anytime soon. All this rain's turned regular streets into legit rivers, knocked out power in different areas, and trying to move around is just awful. The city's got its hands full, big time.

Rain Gone Wild—Problems Everywhere

Seriously, this rain is something else. It feels like monsoon season is on repeat! Word on the street is that North Kolkata got about eight inches of rain, and South Kolkata isn't far behind with about seven inches. The sewers are completely backed up, and the water is going berserk everywhere. People are dealing with flooded homes, stores are closing early—it's a mess, as stores lose sales.

Areas like Park Circus, Gariahat, Behala, and College Street are in bad shape. Getting through those areas is near impossible because of the flooding. People are saying their cribs are halfway underwater, cars have stalled, and businesses are all shuttered. It’s pretty sad all around.

The weather is also shaking up other important things. Trash pickup has slacked, and the sidewalks are getting a bit nasty, with garbage spilling out. Getting to hospitals is a pain. Ambulances and buses are stuck in water.

Weather People Sound the Alarm

The IMD's put Kolkata on yellow alert, so it's their way of saying, Heads up, another round of rain is coming. Also, South 24 Parganas is on orange alert, so there might be some serious flooding and destruction there, since it's already so bad in Kolkata. They got hit hard last time, so they really need to prepare themselves.

The talk is, there's a storm brewing out in the Bay of Bengal, and that is causing all this rain. The weather presenters are telling everyone to stay put if they can, and whatever you do, don't try walking or driving through standing water. It is not worth it!

Traffic? Don't Even Bother.

The rain's turned Kolkata's roads into a parking lot:

Metro: Some spots, from Shahid Khudiram down to Maidan, shut down for a bit because the tracks were underwater.

Roads: The big streets are just giant lakes, causing crazy traffic jams. Cabs are charging a fortune because everyone wants one, but nobody’s going anywhere.

Flights: Planes are grounded because they can’t see.

If you gotta go somewhere, look into another option, check the traffic reports, and just prepare to sit there a bit.

People Hurt, Stuff Broken

Sadly, about ten folks died because of the storm—from stuff like getting zapped or accidentally drowning. The government is begging everyone to be careful, steer clear of rough areas, and listen to any weather announcements.

A bunch of neighborhoods lost power, and the emergency lines are busy because everyone’s calling about flooding, stuck cars, and trapped people. If you're in deep water, ring for help stat, but don’t try to be brave and risk it.

The City's Doing Its Best

Kolkata's water drainage systems aren’t made to deal with this much water, proves how the city struggles when it gets hit hard. The city is pumping water and sending crews to drain any spots they can get to.

Regular folks are stepping up, especially looking out for people with limited mobility, old folks, and families. They're putting up some temporary spots for those whose homes got flooded. More respect to them.

What to Expect?

The weather presenters are guessing the rain will hang around until at least September 26, so get ready and be prepared. Remember this

• Avoid flooded streets.
• Keep an eye on the weather.
• Grab some snacks, water bottles, and medical kit together, just in case.
• Use caution with power and stay clear of any power lines in the water.

The city says we all need to work together and get through this mess. Look at the safety tips, report any problems, and give a hand when possible. Show some kindness!

To Sum It Up

Kolkata's having a hard time due to the crazy rain, really testing the city. Things are hard, but people are helping each other out, trying to keep folks safe. Stay informed, be ready, and help out where you can while the rain keeps pouring.