Kolkata Civic Bodies Gear Up for Heavy Rain, Waterlogging

City authorities are preparing for heavy rains to prevent flooding.

Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC), Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation (BMC), and New Town Kolkata Development Authority (NKDA) are taking action.

They are cleaning drains, ensuring pumps work, and preparing staff.

Surveillance will be increased in areas near the Hooghly River.

The goal is to keep water from building up and causing problems.

Officials are checking canals and directing staff at pumping stations.

They are using specialized machines to clean the drainage systems.