Kolkata Deluge: Flights Grounded Amid Massive Flooding
Heavy rain in Kolkata triggered major disruptions, particularly affecting air travel with 30 flights canceled and numerous delays. The downpour led to extensive flooding, leaving commuters stranded and transport services halted. The low-pressure system from the northeast Bay of Bengal is expected to bring more rainfall.
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Heavy rains wreaked havoc across Kolkata on Tuesday, severely disrupting air travel and forcing the cancellation of at least 30 flights, according to local officials.
Widespread flooding stranded thousands of commuters, affecting transport services and resulting in numerous delays at Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport.
Authorities are bracing for more disruptions, as the India Meteorological Department has warned of further heavy rain due to a developing low-pressure system. The Kolkata Municipal Corporation reported tragic fatalities and significant infrastructure impact.
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