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Torrential rains submerged large parts of Kolkata, killing at least seven people and disrupting roads, rail, metro, and flights.
The city recorded up to 332 mm in some areas, marking one of the heaviest September downpours in over a century.
CM Mamata Banerjee slammed power utility CESC over electrocution deaths, while officials warned flooding could worsen with high tide.
At least seven people were electrocuted by the torrential rain that immobilised Kolkata on Tuesday. The city's life came to a complete stop as numerous regions were submerged, transportation was disrupted, and traffic flow was thrown off balance.
IMD data indicates that the city experienced the third-highest September month rainfall in over 50 years, with some areas receiving up to 332 mm of