Seven people died in Kolkata after heavy overnight rain flooded the city.
By Aniket Chakraborty
Sept 23, 2025
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Victims were reported from Beniapukur, Gariahat, Behala, and other areas.
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At least three deaths were caused by electrocution in waterlogged streets.
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Suburban trains, Metro services, and road traffic faced major disruptions.
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Several schools declared rain holidays as homes in low-lying areas flooded.
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Southern and eastern Kolkata recorded up to 332 mm of rain in hours.
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The downpour is linked to a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal.
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The floods come just days before the city’s iconic Durga Puja pandals open.
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Kolkata airport tarmac was waterlogged, forcing Air India and IndiGo advisories.
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Authorities urge caution near electric poles, while relief and rescue efforts continue.