Archive · 26 Sep 2025
Kolkata Floods Leave Hundreds of Cars Damaged
Heavy rains in Kolkata caused significant flooding, particularly in low-lying areas and underground parking garages.
Hundreds of cars were submerged or severely damaged, including luxury vehicles.
Car owners are now dealing with non-operational vehicles and the insurance claim process.
Some elevators in residential buildings also malfunctioned because of water damage.
The extreme rainfall, the heaviest in decades, led to widespread disruption and damage.
Heavy rainfall caused extensive flooding in Kolkata.
Hundreds of cars, including luxury models, were damaged.
Basement car parks and low-lying streets were most affected.
Many vehicles are non-operational and awaiting assessment.
Elevators in some residential complexes were also impacted.
- Who
- Car owners, residents, insurance assessors
- What
- Flood damage to vehicles and building infrastructure
- When
- Following heavy rainfall on Tuesday
- Where
- Kolkata, India
- Why
- Heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding
Vehicle Damage
Vehicle Damage
Insurance Coverage
Vehicle Damage
Vehicles in basements are likely covered.
Vehicle Damage
Vehicles on roads may have coverage issues.
- Affected Locations
- Basement car parks, streets
- Damage Extent
- Vehicles submerged or severely damaged
- Affected Vehicles
- Hundreds, including luxury models
- Cause of Damage
- Over 250mm of rainfall
- Additional Impact
- Malfunctioning elevators in some buildings
Sources
Insurer eases norms, waives claim formalities for flood-damaged vehicles in Kolkata - Telegraph India
How to claim insurance for cars damaged in Kolkata floods: Dos and don’ts
Kolkata Rain Fury: Rolls Royce, BMW, Audi Among 1,000+ Cars Submerged – VIDEO
