Phulwarisharif, Patna. Heavy rains on Friday exposed the severe flaws in the drainage system of the Phulwarisharif Nagar Parishad. The Challenge Well (Chunauti Kuan) area, located near the Nagar Parishad office, experienced the most significant waterlogging, with roads and lanes transforming into virtual lakes. This led to severe disruptions in public movement.

Apart from Challenge Well, areas like Mali Gali, Gwaltoli, School Street, Bijapur Road, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Chowk, Nagar Parishad office premises, Police Station premises, and the stretch from Navdurga Mandir to Sadar Bazar Road saw several feet of water accumulation. This made walking difficult and vehicles crawled through the submerged streets. Dirty water entered numerous homes and shops, causing immense hardship to residents. Traders faced financial losses, while homeowners struggled to move their belongings to safer places.

Local citizens allege that this problem recurs after every rainfall, yet no concrete steps have been taken for a permanent solution. Residents claim that covered drains and lack of timely cleaning obstruct water flow. Despite claims of regular cleaning by the Nagar Parishad, the drainage system remains dilapidated. Rainwater carried garbage and filth from drains into homes and shops, leading to foul odors and an increased risk of infection.

Local residents have urged the Nagar Parishad to rectify the drainage system, ensure regular and effective cleaning of drains, and promptly implement a permanent drainage plan for the Challenge Well area.