At least four people died in rain-related incidents as a torrential downpour overnight lashed West Bengal's capital, Kolkata—just days ahead of the Durga Puja festivities enthusiastically celebrated across the state. The heavy rain on Monday night and early Tuesday left large parts of the city waterlogged, crippling traffic and daily life.

Which Areas Faced Knee-Deep Waterlogging?

Several areas in and around Kolkata, including Jadavpur, Baghajatin, Salt Lake, and Golf Green, experienced knee-deep waterlogging, bringing traffic, public transport, and normal activities to a standstill.

Videos showed vehicles stranded on main roads, commuters wading through waist-deep water at several intersections, and Metro services suspended along a long stretch of the Blue Line, as the city struggled

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