Bengaluru's Roads Turn Into Rivers: Traffic Comes To A Standstill Due to Continuous Rain

Traffic in Bengaluru came to a standstill or moved at a snail's pace across major roads as relentless rains lashed the city since the early hours of Tuesday, October 15, 2024, leading to widespread waterlogging.

The Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP) issued advisories for several areas experiencing significant traffic snarls, including Mahadevapura, Marathahalli, Seshadripuram, Sanjay Nagar, Hunasemaranahalli, Hebbal Flyover, Outer Ring Road (ORR), and Bannerghatta Road, as the heavy rainfall inundated the roads.

According to the traffic police, the area near Sakra Hospital and the railway underbridge at Panathur was heavily inundated, resulting in slow-moving traffic. Additionally, a stretch of the Outer Ring Road (ORR) also faced waterlogging, exacerbating the congestion.

The Mysuru-Bengaluru expressway also reported slow traffic due to poor visibility conditions caused by the downpour. However, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has successfully cleared waterlogging under the Hebbal Flyover, providing some relief to commuters.

As the rains continue, motorists are urged to exercise caution, drive slowly, and plan their routes accordingly to avoid traffic jams and potential hazards on the roads.