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Kolkata sees record September rainfall, concerns over Durga Puja skies
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 11:46 AM
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September brought unprecedented rainfall to Kolkata, prompting worries about clear weather during the upcoming Durga Puja festivities.
The Indian Meteorological Department reported that September recorded the highest rainfall ever measured in Kolkata, surpassing previous monthly records for the city. Meteorologists attributed the excess precipitation to a series of low-pressure systems that moved across the Bay of Bengal during the month.
City officials said the deluge caused widespread waterlogging in low-lying neighborhoods, disrupting traffic and public transport. Emergency response teams were deployed to clear flooded roads and assist residents in affected areas.
With Durga Puja set to begin in early October, local authorities and event organizers are closely monitoring the weather outlook. They have warned that continued rain could affect crowd movement, lighting setups, and the overall ambience of the month-long celebrations.
Historically, Kolkata experiences a sharp decline in rainfall after September, but this year's anomaly has raised concerns among both citizens and planners about the possibility of a dampened festive season.
City officials said the deluge caused widespread waterlogging in low-lying neighborhoods, disrupting traffic and public transport. Emergency response teams were deployed to clear flooded roads and assist residents in affected areas.
With Durga Puja set to begin in early October, local authorities and event organizers are closely monitoring the weather outlook. They have warned that continued rain could affect crowd movement, lighting setups, and the overall ambience of the month-long celebrations.
Historically, Kolkata experiences a sharp decline in rainfall after September, but this year's anomaly has raised concerns among both citizens and planners about the possibility of a dampened festive season.