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Heavy Rain Hits Chandigarh, Panchkula, Mohali; One Person Dies in Drain
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 18 Aug 2026, 06:18 PM
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A sudden downpour on Tuesday morning struck Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali, causing widespread flooding. Authorities report that a man drowned in a drain during the deluge.
On Tuesday morning, the tri-city area of Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali was hit by a sudden, heavy rainfall that led to widespread flooding across the region. The deluge caused several streets and local roads to become impassable, prompting emergency services to deploy water pumps and rescue teams.
Local authorities confirmed that a man tragically lost his life after falling into a drain that had filled with water during the storm. The incident occurred in the Mohali district, where the sudden surge of water overwhelmed the drainage system.
The Chandigarh Administration has urged residents to stay indoors and avoid crossing flooded areas. Police and municipal officials are working to clear blocked drains and restore normal traffic flow as the rains continue to subside.
Residents in the affected areas are advised to keep a close eye on weather updates and heed instructions from local authorities to ensure safety during the ongoing heavy rainfall.
Local authorities confirmed that a man tragically lost his life after falling into a drain that had filled with water during the storm. The incident occurred in the Mohali district, where the sudden surge of water overwhelmed the drainage system.
The Chandigarh Administration has urged residents to stay indoors and avoid crossing flooded areas. Police and municipal officials are working to clear blocked drains and restore normal traffic flow as the rains continue to subside.
Residents in the affected areas are advised to keep a close eye on weather updates and heed instructions from local authorities to ensure safety during the ongoing heavy rainfall.