Bengaluru rains live | Flooded roads and homes leave citizens adrift, techies on ORR asked to work from home
2 years, 3 months ago

Bengaluru rains live | Flooded roads and homes leave citizens adrift, techies on ORR asked to work from home

The Hindu  

Torrential overnight rains in Bengaluru yet again bared the flaws in the city’s civic infrastructure, with major arterial roads facing flood-like situations on September 5, throwing life out of gear for the second time in a week. #bengalururainspic.twitter.com/bJZWgY81dl — Anirban Sanyal September 4, 2022 Outer Ring Road Outer Ring Road flooded due to Halanayakanahalli Lake breach after heavy #bengalururains near Bellandur on September 05, 2022. Video: @photomurali1pic.twitter.com/A0oY7IVUyS — The Hindu-Bengaluru September 5, 2022 The Outer Ring Road in Bellandur was severely flooded once again after the Halanayakanahalli Lake overflowed following heavy downpour despite the civic authorities taking up repair work on storm water drains near RMZ Ecospace in Bellandur. 📸: Special Arrangement pic.twitter.com/lqEKHW8BWt — The Hindu-Bengaluru September 5, 2022 BWSSB release Water supply to be disrupted on Sep 5, 6 While there is water everywhere one looks in the city, for the next two days the supply of drinking water will be affected as the Kaveri pumping station in TK Halli in Mandya district, has been inundated as a result of heavy rains. Power supply interrupted The heavy downpour on Sunday night led to many electrical damages in the city, causing power interruptions, especially in areas near the Outer Ring Road.

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Rs 5,000-cr plan to prevent damage by heavy rains, flooding in Bengaluru
1 week, 3 days ago

Rs 5,000-cr plan to prevent damage by heavy rains, flooding in Bengaluru

Deccan Chronicle  

Belagavi: A permanent plan worth Rs 5,000 crore has been formulated to prevent the damage caused by heavy rains and flooding in areas under the jurisdiction of the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike, announced Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda. The Minister explained that flood-prone areas in Bengaluru have been identified, and measures are being implemented to improve stormwater drains and residential …

Cyclone Fengal continues to bring rainfall to Bengaluru; schools closed in south interior Karnataka
3 weeks ago

Cyclone Fengal continues to bring rainfall to Bengaluru; schools closed in south interior Karnataka

The Hindu  

Incessant rainfall lashing Bengaluru due to the impact of cyclone Fengal has resulted in the inundation of multiple roads, and tree falls causing inconvenience to residents and commuters. On Saturday, BBMP Chief Commissioner Tushar Giri Nath directed the officials to prepare to handle any flood situation arising from cyclone Fengal. Schools closed in south interior Karnataka The Deputy Commissioners of …

Expert: Bengaluru should adopt proven solutions to flooding
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Expert: Bengaluru should adopt proven solutions to flooding

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Tech hub Bengaluru has transformed into a waterlogged nightmare, with back-to-back floods in 2022, 2023, and again this year. Dr Ranga Raju, a specialist who has advised the Supreme Court and high courts on major water disputes, expressed frustration in a recent interview with The New Indian Express. Cities like New York, Washington, Tokyo, London and Hong Kong have …

Bengaluru Techie's 4-Hour Journey Home Through Heavy Traffic Sparks Outrage
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru Techie's 4-Hour Journey Home Through Heavy Traffic Sparks Outrage

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru techie faces 4-hour battle to get home through heavy traffic due to heavy rains. Sudeep P. Nambiar, a tech worker, endured a frustrating four-hour commute home, with his journey taking nearly four hours. The tweet has garnered widespread attention, with users sharing their own experiences and suggestions for dealing with Bengaluru's notorious traffic. Some users suggest working from home, …

Civic Bodies to Stop Unauthorized Construction: Government Announces Powers to Stop Construction of Unsafe Buildings
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Civic Bodies to Stop Unauthorized Construction: Government Announces Powers to Stop Construction of Unsafe Buildings

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka government gives civic bodies powers to stop illegal constructions. The government has given the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA), and the Bangalore Metropolitan Region Development Authority (BMRDA) the power to stop unauthorized construction and registration of such properties. The government is also focusing on clearing encroachments and clearing the backlog of flood damage claims.

Bengaluru Traffic: A Shining Example of City Spirit in the Face of Challenges
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Bengaluru Traffic: A Shining Example of City Spirit in the Face of Challenges

ABP News  

Bengaluru's traffic woes resurfaced after heavy rainfall, with commuters facing severe delays. The Electronic City flyover was submerged, leading to widespread traffic congestion. Social media platforms were flooded with user-generated content, highlighting the contrast between the city's infrastructure claims and the reality of pothole-ridden roads. While the Bengaluru traffic police are praised for their efforts, some users have called for …

City Under Siege: Bengaluru Battles Unprecedented Floods
2 months ago

City Under Siege: Bengaluru Battles Unprecedented Floods

The Hindu  

Bengaluru faces widespread flooding aftermath of heavy rains. The city has been hit hard by the torrential downpour, with water entering buses, submerged cars, and boats navigating the roads for rescue operations. The situation has caused significant damage to property and infrastructure, with several areas being completely inundated. The Deputy Chief Minister has visited affected areas and announced compensation measures …

North Bengaluru Suffers Heavy Rain Damage: Five Teams deployed to Evacuate Marooned People
2 months ago

North Bengaluru Suffers Heavy Rain Damage: Five Teams deployed to Evacuate Marooned People

Hindustan Times  

North Bengaluru bears the brunt of incessant rains, with several areas being flooded and affected by waterlogging. The city's infrastructure, including roads and bridges, has been damaged, leading to transportation disruptions. The situation is particularly severe in the south, west, and Mahadevapura zones, with several low-lying areas and lakes inundated. The India Meteorological Department predicts light to moderate thundershowers accompanied …

Flooded Apartment Complex in Bengaluru: A Second Wave of Disaster
Top News
2 months ago

Flooded Apartment Complex in Bengaluru: A Second Wave of Disaster

Hindustan Times  

Heavy rain causes severe flooding in Bengaluru apartment complex, with several residents being rescued from their flooded apartments. The complex, located in Yelahanka, was among the worst affected areas, with waterlogging reported in the compound. The incident comes just a week after a similar flood caused significant damage in the area.

Heavy Rains in Bengaluru: Second Flood in Two Weeks, Residents Evacuated
2 months ago

Heavy Rains in Bengaluru: Second Flood in Two Weeks, Residents Evacuated

The Hindu  

Heavy rains in Bengaluru lead to flooding and inundation in multiple areas. The flood in Kendriya Vihar apartments at Yelahanka has occurred twice in two weeks, with residents being evacuated to safety. Overflowing water from the Doddabommasandra lake has flooded areas and layouts around the lake, including Vidyaranyapura. The city's revenue minister has visited affected areas and is working to …

Mandalas Cry for Help: MNCs Considering Relocating From Bengaluru Due to Poor Infrastructure
2 months ago

Mandalas Cry for Help: MNCs Considering Relocating From Bengaluru Due to Poor Infrastructure

ABP News  

Former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai has expressed his frustration over the poor road conditions on the Outer Ring Road (ORR) in Bengaluru. Pai called out the government for their negligence and said that MNCs are considering relocating their offices to cities outside the state due to these issues. He highlighted the lack of action taken by the authorities to address …

Heavy Rains Cause Flooding in Bengaluru, Traffic Disruption
2 months ago

Heavy Rains Cause Flooding in Bengaluru, Traffic Disruption

The Hindu  

Heavy rains continue to affect Bengaluru, causing flooding on major roads and apartment basements. The city received moderate rainfall with thunderstorms, with a total of 19.7 mm recorded in Bengaluru and 15.2 mm in the HAL area. The rain caused severe traffic congestion, with several key junctions and roads completely flooded. The underpass in Rajarajeshwari Nagar was also affected, making …

Bengaluru Brace for Intense Evening Rain and Thunderstorms
2 months ago

Bengaluru Brace for Intense Evening Rain and Thunderstorms

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru is expected to experience moderate to heavy rain and thunderstorms later today, starting from around 4.30-5.00 PM. The city is bracing for isolated lightning, with some areas experiencing brief but intense downpours. The weather forecast predicts a minimum temperature of 20.49°C and a maximum of 26.67°C, with disaster response teams deployed to assist with relief efforts.

Heavy rain leaves parts of Bengaluru inundated
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Heavy rain leaves parts of Bengaluru inundated

The Hindu  

Following heavy rainfall on Saturday night, several areas in the city were inundated, and 15 trees and 44 tree branches came crashing down. Apartments, layouts inundated In Yelahanka, the basement of Kendriya Vihar apartments was flooded, leaving vehicles submerged in water as a 50 feet of the compound wall collapsed, causing water from Yelahanka Lake to flood the apartment premises. …

Bengaluru’s rains, traffic and water shortage add to blues; here’s how infrastructure challenges impact property prices
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Bengaluru’s rains, traffic and water shortage add to blues; here’s how infrastructure challenges impact property prices

Hindustan Times  

Availability of essential services like healthcare and schooling, easy connectivity to workplace and supply of Cauvery water: These were the top three priorities for a techie-lawyer couple in Bengaluru who booked a 3 BHK property in North Bengaluru last month. Bengaluru’s rains, traffic and water shortage add to blues: How infrastructure challenges impact property prices Meanwhile Manaal Desai, a 29-year-old …

Bengaluru's Hebbal flooded after mild showers. ‘Can’t handle a small rain?' question netizens
4 months ago

Bengaluru's Hebbal flooded after mild showers. ‘Can’t handle a small rain?' question netizens

Hindustan Times  

Even a mild shower is leading to severe waterlogging in Bengaluru’s Hebbal area. On Monday afternoon, brief showers hit the city, leading to severe traffic snarls on the Outer Ring Road. question netizens In an announcement, Bengaluru traffic police said, “Slow moving traffic at below mentioned due to water logging. Flyover upramp towards Hebbal circle, Outer ring road towards Hebbal …

Most stretches flooded after Monday morning rain were flagged for waterlogging before
4 months, 1 week ago

Most stretches flooded after Monday morning rain were flagged for waterlogging before

The Hindu  

An analysis of the stretches of roads that were severely flooded by the rain on Monday morning shows that these stretches have reported flooding repeatedly, and have been flagged by multiple agencies for the problem many times. On Monday, while Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike reported flooding at 37 areas, including several residential colonies, Bengaluru Traffic Police reported severe flooding on …

Every spell leaves Bengaluru in a flood of misery
4 months, 1 week ago

Every spell leaves Bengaluru in a flood of misery

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Every time the city receives heavy rain, roads turn into rivers, homes get flooded, underpasses become death traps, and business gets affected. Citizens and civic activists are left wondering if the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike learns any lessons at all and why it can’t take permanent measures to prevent a repeat of rain-related emergencies. Many residents, frustrated with having …

DKS inspects flood-hit areas in Bengaluru
4 months, 1 week ago

DKS inspects flood-hit areas in Bengaluru

The Hindu  

Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister D.K. Floodwaters had caused significant damage in locations including Yogeshwar Nagar near Hebbal, Nagawara Junction, HBR Layout 5th Block, Silk Board, and Jayadeva Junction. After inspecting the flow of water near the flyover at Yogeshwar Nagar, he instructed officials to clear all construction debris that had been left behind after the completion of …

Bengaluru rains: Ordeal of residents in layouts prone to flooding continues
4 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru rains: Ordeal of residents in layouts prone to flooding continues

The Hindu  

The daily wage labourers residing at an independent house at Sri Sai Layout woke up when their shirts started to feel moist, only to see water surrounding them. Neelufar Ahmed, the owner of the house who has rented the ground floor to daily wage labourers, said at least 25-30 houses in the layout were flooded following heavy rain on Sunday …

Potholes worsen traffic on flooded roads in Bengaluru city
4 months, 1 week ago

Potholes worsen traffic on flooded roads in Bengaluru city

The Hindu  

The pothole-riddled city roads added to the woes of the commuters on Monday, August 12, who were navigating through the inundated roads. Praful S., who commutes on the Outer Ring Road daily to the office, said, “My bike tyre fell into a pothole and I almost lost balance. However, somehow I managed to gain balance again.” He said even during …

Heavy rainfall brings Bengaluru to its knees
4 months, 1 week ago

Heavy rainfall brings Bengaluru to its knees

The Hindu  

Moderate to heavy rain that lashed the city between late Sunday night and Monday morning brought Bengaluru to its knees, even as at least six persons, including four children, were injured in tree falls. People woke up on Monday to inundated roads and houses in multiple areas, forcing many to choose work from home option, while many made frantic calls …

Top 5 areas in Bengaluru that are prone to waterlogging every monsoon when it rains
5 months, 1 week ago

Top 5 areas in Bengaluru that are prone to waterlogging every monsoon when it rains

Hindustan Times  

The monsoon is here, and even a mild shower is leading to severe waterlogging in Bengaluru, which is turning out to be a mess for commuters. Bengaluru monsoons: Here are top five areas that are prone to waterlogging Here are five areas in Bengaluru that are prone to floods Marathahalli - Bellandur stretch This crucial stretch on the outer ring …

Bengaluru rains: Heavy spell creates havoc, trees uprooted and metro services disrupted
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru rains: Heavy spell creates havoc, trees uprooted and metro services disrupted

Hindustan Times  

Heavy rains lashed Bengaluru on Sunday night, creating a massive civic menace once again. The uprooted trees also temporarily disrupted metro services on the Purple line. Bengaluru rains: Heavy spell creates havoc, trees uprooted and metro disrupted In an announcement, Bengaluru’s Namma Metro said, “Due to a tree branch falling on the metro tracks just after Trinity Station towards MG …

Heavy Rains, Thunderstorm Lash Several Parts Of Bengaluru; Metro Services & Traffic Disrupted
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Heavy Rains, Thunderstorm Lash Several Parts Of Bengaluru; Metro Services & Traffic Disrupted

News 18  

Heavy rains accompanied with thunderstorms lashed Karnataka’s capital city Bengaluru on Sunday evening disrupting several daily services for the general public in the city. #BengaluruRain pic.twitter.com/nrDQrJv86Q— Harish Upadhya June 2, 2024 In it’s official forecast, the weather office said, “Fairly widespread to widespread light to moderate rainfall accompanied with thunderstorm, lightning and gusty winds is likely over the next seven …

CM Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar tour across Bengaluru to inspect flood-prone areas
7 months ago

CM Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar tour across Bengaluru to inspect flood-prone areas

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar inspected flood-prone areas in Bengaluru ahead of the state monsoon season. CM Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar tour Bengaluru to inspect flood-prone areas Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah said, “More rains are expected in June and the BBMP officials are asked to be prepared. Meanwhile, DK Shivakumar said that …

Bengaluru Rains: CM Siddaramaiah Inspects Flood Preparedness as Pre-Monsoon Showers Hit City
7 months ago

Bengaluru Rains: CM Siddaramaiah Inspects Flood Preparedness as Pre-Monsoon Showers Hit City

News 18  

In an effort to shake off the tag of ‘flood city’ from Bengaluru, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar decided to take the matter into their hands and go on city rounds to assess the city’s flood preparedness. On the question of when the BBMP elections would be held, Siddaramaiah reacted, “We will think about it …

Rainy days continue in Bengaluru as villas and roads get flooded
7 months ago

Rainy days continue in Bengaluru as villas and roads get flooded

The Hindu  

Cars and bikes were damaged in a residential complex’s basement, while roads were flooded in various other parts, as Bengaluru received heavy to moderate rainfall on Saturday and Sunday. Heavy rain resulted in flooded roads in Yelahanka, Byatarayanapura, Hessarghatta Road, Hebbal, and other parts of North Bengaluru and Central Business District areas. The primary cause of water entering the apartment …

Bengaluru rains: Here is how to alert civic body about vulnerable trees around
7 months ago

Bengaluru rains: Here is how to alert civic body about vulnerable trees around

Hindustan Times  

After hundreds of trees were uprooted in Bengaluru over the last few weeks due to gusty winds and heavy rains, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike asked the residents of the city to report about any vulnerable trees which are in dangerous position around them. Bengaluru rains: Here is how to alert civic body about dangerous trees around Here is how …

Bengaluru rains: Intense pour leads to waterlogging and traffic jams at night
7 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru rains: Intense pour leads to waterlogging and traffic jams at night

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru saw another heavy spell of rain on Thursday as the yellow alert was in place. Bengaluru traffic police deployed their staff in many areas to decongest the traffic due to heavy rain in the city. Bengaluru rains: Intense pour leads to waterlogging and traffic jams at night The most crucial bottlenecks in the city faced traffic snarls due to …

Heavy rain triggers waterlogging and traffic chaos in Bengaluru
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Heavy rain triggers waterlogging and traffic chaos in Bengaluru

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru was thrown into disarray on Monday as heavy rainfall inundated several areas, leading to severe waterlogging and widespread traffic disruptions across the city. Some of the areas that saw slow-moving traffic due to waterlogging were Hennur Main Road, PG Halli, HQTC Bus stop, Ramamurthy Nagar Underpass and Hebbal Circle bus stop. In addition to the traffic chaos, the heavy …

Bengaluru residents rejoice city's first heavy rain; Others lament over waterlogging, traffic
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru residents rejoice city's first heavy rain; Others lament over waterlogging, traffic

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru city was blessed with heavy bouts of rain on Friday along with thunder and lightening. The Bengaluru city traffic police department issued a waterlogging alert via social media after the city was blessed with its first heavy spell of rain in over five months. A resident also shared a video of rain water harvesting, writing, “The first collection of …

How this Bengaluru's housing community is gearing up to battle water woes in future
9 months, 2 weeks ago

How this Bengaluru's housing community is gearing up to battle water woes in future

Hindustan Times  

As Bengaluru is combating severe water scarcity ahead of summer, many housing communities in the IT capital are already clueless about handling the situation in peak summer. The borewells have dried up and the prices of water tankers have skyrocketed already, making things worse for the residents, especially in the east Bengaluru area. How this Bengaluru's housing community is gearing …

BWSSB to Penalise Residents over Water Wastage in Bengaluru City
9 months, 2 weeks ago

BWSSB to Penalise Residents over Water Wastage in Bengaluru City

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: The residents of Bengaluru city have been banned from taking to cleaning their vehicles, gardening among other purposes using drinking water and any violation found would attract a penalty of Rs 5,000 on erring the residents from the officials concerned of Bangalore Water Supplies and Sewerage Board, Bengaluru. The Board felt that a ban on the use of water …

Bengaluru water crisis | The parched IT capital of India
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru water crisis | The parched IT capital of India

The Hindu  

Sharfunnisa, 70, a resident of Varthur in south-eastern Bengaluru, has been struggling to arrange for water for her family’s daily needs. Households in Bengaluru, dependent on water supply from the Cauvery river or water tankers, are preparing for the situation to worsen as the city stares at a severe summer. Today, the underground water table in the village has depleted …

Bengaluru Rains: Social Media 'Drenched' in Memes As Residents Seek Humour Amid Heavy Downpour
1 year, 2 months ago

Bengaluru Rains: Social Media 'Drenched' in Memes As Residents Seek Humour Amid Heavy Downpour

News 18  

Since the early hours of October 9, Bengaluru has been under a constant deluge of rain, leading to widespread traffic jams and flooding across the city. One mirthful user couldn’t resist commenting, “Spice Garden is back with Water Sports activities…Side jump, long jump, swimming, pulling vehicle, pushing vehicle, guessing potholes, etc.” Another humourously remarked, “It’s time to learn how to …

Rains have claimed 38 lives in Karnataka since June 1
1 year, 4 months ago

Rains have claimed 38 lives in Karnataka since June 1

The Hindu  

Heavy rains in different parts of the State have left a trail of destruction and claimed 38 lives and caused injuries to 35 people since June 1. Speaking to presspersons after holding a videoconference with deputy commissioners and chief executive officers of zilla panchayats on the rain situation, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah directed authorities to take precautionary measures to prevent loss …

Bengaluru Rain: Waterlogging Causes Chaos, Traffic Snarls; Thundershowers Likely Till June 25
1 year, 6 months ago

Bengaluru Rain: Waterlogging Causes Chaos, Traffic Snarls; Thundershowers Likely Till June 25

News 18  

The Karnataka capital, Bengaluru, which woke up to a cloudy morning on Wednesday, is expected to see thundershowers this week, according to the weather department. According to the IMD, apart from Bengaluru Urban and Rural districts, Karnataka’s Chamarajanagara, Chikkaballapura, Chikkamagaluru, Chitradurga, Davanagere, Hassan, Kodagu, Kolar, Mysuru, Ramnagara, Shivamogga, Tumakuru and Vijayanagara districts will also receive heavy downpour. As per Bengaluru …

Bengaluru: Gold, furniture worth Rs 2.5 crore washed away after rain water enters jewellery store
1 year, 6 months ago

Bengaluru: Gold, furniture worth Rs 2.5 crore washed away after rain water enters jewellery store

India TV News  

Bengaluru: A jewellery store owner in Bengaluru has slammed the city's civic body after gold, furniture worth Rs 2.5 crore were washed away after rainwater entered their store on Sunday. The incident took place in a jewellery store located on Bengaluru's Sampige road. In another incident, fire and emergency services personnel saved a family from a car which was trapped …

Heavy rain inundates Bengaluru, trees uprooted, cars submerged; authorities on high-alert
1 year, 7 months ago

Heavy rain inundates Bengaluru, trees uprooted, cars submerged; authorities on high-alert

India Today  

Heavy rain, thundershowers accompanied by gusty winds and hailstorms lashed parts of Bengaluru on Tuesday, prompting the authorities to chalk out a plan to set up temporary monsoon control rooms spread across the city. The pre-monsoon rains in Bengaluru continue to cause havoc, with 52 deaths recorded over a period between April to June, as informed by Karnataka chief minister …

Bengaluru: Wall collapses after heavy rains pound city; areas waterlogged, yellow alert for next five days
2 years, 2 months ago

Bengaluru: Wall collapses after heavy rains pound city; areas waterlogged, yellow alert for next five days

India TV News  

Highlights The wall collapse incident was reported from near the Majestic It also resulted in damaging several vehicles that were parked in the area Several areas in the city witnessed waterlogging following heavy rains Bengaluru: A wall collapse incident was reported from the city as heavy rains continue to pound Bengaluru on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department issued a …

Bengaluru under water again as heavy rains trigger waterlogging, yellow alert issued
2 years, 2 months ago

Bengaluru under water again as heavy rains trigger waterlogging, yellow alert issued

India Today  

Amid the forecast of heavy rainfall in parts of Karnataka for the next few days, heavy downpours battered the IT capital, Bengaluru, on Wednesday evening, flooding several areas in the east, south and central parts of the city. According to the India Meteorological Department, a yellow alert, indicative of heavy rain, has been issued as rainfall will continue for the …

NGO Slams Karnataka Govt’s 3- Layer Flyover Project, Seeks Sustainable Plan After Floods in IT City
2 years, 2 months ago

NGO Slams Karnataka Govt’s 3- Layer Flyover Project, Seeks Sustainable Plan After Floods in IT City

News 18  

NGO Greenpeace India has written an open letter to Karnataka Chief Minister Basavraj Bommai to build a sustainable and accessible Bengaluru even as the state government plans to bring in major changes in city administration in the aftermath of the floods that ravaged parts of Bengaluru earlier this month. Urging the CM to ensure Bengaluru can adapt to the climate …

Bengaluru floods: When lakes overflowed
2 years, 3 months ago

Bengaluru floods: When lakes overflowed

The Hindu  

Published : Sep 22, 2022 10:00 IST When it began to rain heavily late in the afternoon on September 4, K.P. Consequently, roads along the Outer Ring Road, houses in low-lying areas, basements, and lower floors of apartment complexes in a broad swathe running from north-east Bengaluru to the south-eastern part were flooded. The situation was dire in some of …

The growing peril of Bengaluru’s missing drains
2 years, 3 months ago

The growing peril of Bengaluru’s missing drains

The Hindu  

In the past 15 years, India has seen several episodes of extreme rainfall in 24 hours: Mumbai received over 900mm of rain in 2005, Chennai had over 300mm in 2015, and now Bengaluru saw over 130mm. Bengaluru had several advantages compared to many other Indian cities: a high elevation, an undulating topography, interconnected lakes, green spaces that helped soak rain, …

How encroachments by Wipro, society housing super-rich are responsible for Bengaluru floods
2 years, 3 months ago

How encroachments by Wipro, society housing super-rich are responsible for Bengaluru floods

Firstpost  

On the list of encroachers who blocked drains leading to floods in Bengaluru are IT giant Wipro, Prestige, and plush Epsilon, the society which is home to business tycoons like Rishad Premji. Last week, Karnataka chief minister Basavaraj Bommai sanctioned Rs 300 crore for removing encroachments and illegal construction which blocked around 700 stormwater drains in the capital, leading to …

Civic body continues demolition of illegal structures in Bengaluru
2 years, 3 months ago

Civic body continues demolition of illegal structures in Bengaluru

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: Bengaluru's civic body on Tuesday continued its anti-encroachment drive to raze illegal structures that were built on the stormwater drains in several areas of the Mahadevapura zone which were allegedly causing flooding. Some residents in the layout alleged that only poor people are targeted whereas the stormwater drains encroached by the "high and mighty" in the posh layouts and …

‘Won’t Spare Anyone’: K'taka Minister Blames Bengaluru IT Companies for Encroachment
2 years, 3 months ago

‘Won’t Spare Anyone’: K'taka Minister Blames Bengaluru IT Companies for Encroachment

News 18  

Karnataka revenue minister R Ashoka is in the eye of controversy after his comments targeting the IT companies in Bengaluru. The minister said more than 30 IT companies had encroached on stormwater drains while they were the most vocal lot after flooding in the city last week. We won’t spare anyone, no question of giving time to anyone,” said R …

Bengaluru flooding: BBMP announces ₹10,000 compensation for 1,064 houses in Mahadevapura zone
2 years, 3 months ago

Bengaluru flooding: BBMP announces ₹10,000 compensation for 1,064 houses in Mahadevapura zone

The Hindu  

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagar Palike has announced ₹10,000 compensation each for the families whose homes were flooded in the recent rain. The civic body has identified 1,064 houses that were flooded in Mahadevapura zone and announced the compensation. BBMP officials said: “We have surveyed the flooded area in our zone and found that 1,064 houses have been flooded, and they …

Bengaluru Rains: Called Out for Silence on Floods, BJP's Tejasvi Surya Says He Was on Ground with People
2 years, 3 months ago

Bengaluru Rains: Called Out for Silence on Floods, BJP's Tejasvi Surya Says He Was on Ground with People

News 18  

Leaders like Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Were Pushed to Corners of Our History: Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore BJP leader Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore said leaders like Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose were “pushed to the corners of our history.” “Over the years there was a segment of people who were ruling the country and wanted that only a limited number of people should …

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