Patna: The Patna Municipal Corporation has gone into high alert after fresh rainfall raised concerns over waterlogging in Patna. As showers began on Monday evening, municipal teams were quickly sent to different parts of the city, especially low-lying areas where water tends to collect. Officials said they are following a clear plan to stop rainwater from accumulating and to keep roads usable for residents during the monsoon.
Municipal Commissioner Yashpal Meena visited several sensitive locations to check the situation on the ground. He reviewed the progress of drainage work and instructed teams to act quickly wherever problems were seen. Special focus is being given to areas where metro construction, sewer work, or road repairs are ongoing, as these projects can block natural water flow. The administration said any such blockage will be removed immediately and alternative drainage routes are being arranged.
The civic body has identified 140 places in the city that are most likely to face waterlogging. The highest number of these sites are in the Nutan Rajdhani Zone with 39 locations, followed by 37 in the Patliputra Zone. Other areas include 19 sites each in Azimabad and Kankarbagh, 15 in Bankipur, and 12 in Patna City. To deal with possible flooding, high-capacity pumps—both diesel and electric—have been installed in these areas. At the same time, cleaning of drains and catchpits is being carried out continuously so that rainwater can flow out without obstruction.
To help residents, a 24-hour control room has also been set up by the municipal corporation. People can report problems such as waterlogging, fallen trees, or open manholes through a toll-free number or WhatsApp service. Quick Response Teams are working across the city to solve these complaints as soon as possible. Officials have said that all resources have been put in place so that daily life in Patna is not badly affected during the rainy season.
