Torrential overnight rains wreaked havoc in Bengaluru, transforming the city into a waterlogged mess on Friday morning. The relentless downpour, which began late Thursday night and continued intermittently, inundated low-lying areas, triggered massive traffic snarls, and left commuters stranded across key stretches of the city. The sudden deluge exposed Bengaluru’s chronic infrastructure challenges, with newly formed potholes adding to the woes of motorists, especially two-wheeler riders navigating treacherous roads.

According to the Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC), Bengaluru city recorded 65.5 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours leading up to 5:30 AM, while the city’s Automatic Weather Station (AWS) reported 66 mm. Other areas weren’t spared either: Doddaballapura saw 60 mm, Chandurayanahalli in Ramanagara 46 mm, and Hessarghatta in Bengaluru Rural 43 mm. Across Karnataka, Kanagamakalapalli in Chikkaballapura recorded a staggering 130 mm, followed by Tirumani and Beechaganahalli at 114 mm each, Chelur_1 at 101 mm, and Bhandarkumtha in Bidar at 112 mm. Gadag reported 51.9 mm, Tamaka in Kolar 21.5 mm, and Mangaluru 20.7 mm, with Gulbarga Observatory noting dry thunder.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for Bengaluru, forecasting light to moderate rain with thundershowers, lightning, and gusty winds of 30–40 kmph at isolated spots. The alert also covers Vijayapura, Bidar, Kalaburagi, Tumakuru, Kolar, and Chikkaballapura, signaling more wet weather ahead. The IMD warned of potential disruptions, including temporary power outages, waterlogging, and the uprooting of weak tree branches.

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“Seek safe shelters and avoid taking cover under trees,” the IMD advised. “Unplug electrical appliances, stay away from water bodies, and avoid objects that conduct electricity. Drive cautiously, as roads may be hazardous.”

The heavy rainfall has amplified concerns about Bengaluru’s crumbling infrastructure, with residents voicing frustration over recurring flooding and inadequate drainage systems. Social media is abuzz with images of submerged streets and stalled vehicles, while civic authorities scramble to address the crisis. With more rain forecast, the city braces for further challenges in the coming days.

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