Monsoon Rains Expose Drainage Flaws in Bharatpur, City Faces Flooding

Tuesday’s heavy monsoon showers exposed the flaws in Bharatpur city’s drainage system. Waterlogging was reported across multiple areas including the CM Grievance Centre, CM Residence (Jawahar Nagar D Block), Collectorate premises, Municipal Corporation area, New Mandi, and various low-lying colonies like Govardhan Gate, Neemda Gate, and Tilak Nagar.

To tackle the flooding, the Municipal Corporation deployed 11 engine pumps, 8 tractor alternator pumps, and fixed motor pump houses. ADM City Rahul Saini inspected the ongoing dewatering efforts. However, the lack of permanent drainage infrastructure continues to burden residents during monsoon.

Commissioner Shrawan Kumar Vishnoi stated that obstructions created during construction in CCFD and RNFCD zones (e.g., near Anah Gate, Chandpol Gate, Gopalgarh) are being removed. Boats were also used to clean a large drain near Neemda Gate. Complaints received through the control room are being resolved by deploying additional pumps.

According to Jaipur’s Meteorological Centre, rainfall will likely continue across Bharatpur division for a week. As per reports, Uchain received 151 mm, Bharatpur 111 mm, Bayana 116 mm, and Roopwas 81 mm of rainfall. A 4°C temperature drop brought pleasant weather.