Torrential rains throw life out of gear in Kolkata, waterlogging seen in many areas

The Met department predicted more rains in the next 24 hours in most of the districts of South Bengal because of low depression in Bay of Bengal.

Kolkata: Heavy rains lashed Kolkata and adjoining districts in West Bengal such as Howrah, Hooghly, North and South 24 Paraganas and East Midnapore throwing normal life out of gear.

The capital city Kolkata saw waterlogging in many places including major arterial roads. The level of water appeared to be receding very slowly as rains continued.

In Central Kolkata, in areas like Central Avenue and Muktaram Babu street, people could be seen wading through knee-deep waters. Vehicles were also seen moving at a slow pace.