Over 50 villages flooded in Hooghly, Medinipur as rivers overflow after continuous rain

Continuous rainfall across multiple districts of West Bengal has caused widespread flooding, severely affecting areas like Arambagh, Ghatal, Daspur, and Chandrakona. The Rupnarayan and Mundeswari rivers have risen above the danger mark, leading to breaches in embankments and water entering residential zones. In Arambagh’s Panushiuli Bazaar, where both rivers meet, the confluence point is heavily flooded, submerging the market area and nearby settlements.

More than 50 villages under four gram panchayats have been submerged. In many areas, water has entered homes, and roads are covered with three to four feet of water. Standing crops in agricultural fields have been completely waterlogged, raising concerns among farmers. Local residents are using boats to travel from interior villages to the main roads due to the lack of motorable routes.

Reports from the ground indicate several areas remain waterlogged, with critical infrastructure like roads and farmlands damaged. The extent of loss is yet to be officially assessed. No casualty figures have been reported so far. Continuous monitoring of the river levels is underway as intermittent rain continues in the region.