Gurugram, 2 September (Kiran News): In Gurugram, heavy rainfall led to severe waterlogging and major traffic jams, prompting the deployment of 5,000 police personnel to restore order. Late into the night, Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar and Police Commissioner Vikas Kumar Arora were seen on the roads, personally inspecting the situation and issuing instructions to their teams. Once again, the city faced a near gridlock, with traffic jams stretching for several kilometres from the Delhi border to the Gurugram-Jaipur National Highway-48.
Gurugram police personnel worked tirelessly through the night to clear the jams and ensure smooth movement of vehicles, with officers stationed every 10 metres in waterlogged areas. The ongoing heavy rainfall kept the administration and police alert, with officials carrying out on-ground reviews and providing clear directives to prevent further water accumulation in vulnerable locations.
Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar stated that the district administration is on high alert in view of the weather department’s warning, prioritising public safety. Corporate offices have been urged to allow employees to work from home, and schools in the district have been directed to hold online classes on Tuesday. Citizens have also been advised to leave their homes only when necessary and to follow all official advisories.
During a site inspection, the Deputy Commissioner directed all concerned departments to maintain constant monitoring of areas prone to waterlogging, deploy additional resources and personnel where needed, and keep the district disaster management teams on high alert. Police Commissioner Vikas Arora noted that rainfall exceeded expectations, resulting in water accumulation at several spots, but the traffic police responded promptly. He emphasised that about 5,000 police personnel were deployed across the city, maintaining traffic flow and assisting vehicles, especially in areas with potential waterlogging.
Crowds at Sikanderpur Rapid Metro Station
Amid the heavy rain, there was an unprecedented rush at Sikanderpur Metro Station. People were trapped in the crowds, struggling to breathe and standing packed closely together. Many commuters experienced difficulties due to the congestion, with women especially facing hardship. Such a crowd was witnessed at the metro station for the first time.
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