Gopalganj: Life in Gopalganj district was severely disrupted on Friday due to the impact of Cyclone 'Arnab'. Dense clouds covered the sky from morning, followed by intermittent rain, throwing daily life out of gear. Strong winds and continuous rainfall led to widespread mud and waterlogging on several main roads, from the city center to block headquarters.

Key roads in the district headquarters, including Minj Stadium Road, Station Road, Block Road, Hajiapur Road, and Sabzi Mandi, were inundated with mud. Due to inadequate drainage systems, water accumulated in many areas, causing significant inconvenience for both pedestrians and motorists. Rural markets faced similar conditions, adversely affecting the businesses of small shopkeepers.

Power supply was also interrupted in several areas due to strong winds. In Baikunthpur block, the electricity system collapsed. Power supply was shut down in Jagdishpur and other feeders connected to the power sub-station due to breakdowns. Additionally, a technical fault in the 33 KVA transmission line impacted supply. Junior Engineer Ravi Ranjan Kumar stated that personnel have been deployed to fix the fault, and supply will be normalized soon.

This unseasonal rain has heightened concerns among farmers regarding paddy harvesting and the safety of their harvested crops lying in fields. Residents are currently awaiting clear weather and the receding of water from the roads.