Bengaluru's D K Shivakumar bans underground parking in low-lying areas after severe flooding

Bengaluru's recent heavy rainfall, totaling over 240 mm, has prompted Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar to ban underground parking in low-lying areas. The flooding left many vehicles stranded and resulted in the rescue of about 150 individuals.
Shivakumar stated, "Many people have built homes near lakes and in low-lying areas. This has been a big learning experience for us. I have told my officers that in the future, no one should be allowed to build a basement in such areas."
The city recorded 105.5 mm of rainfall in just 24 hours, marking the second-highest single-day rainfall since 2011.
Surya, an IT professional, expressed his distress, stating, "For the past three days, it has been a distressing experience. A single instance of rainfall caused a nearly five-foot increase in water levels, inundating our entire home."
The administration has also announced compensation of Rs 5 lakh for families affected by rainfall-related incidents.
As the city grapples with the aftermath, major IT firms like Cognizant have advised employees to work from home due to the severe weather conditions.

Bengaluru's Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar announced a ban on underground parking in low-lying areas following severe flooding that stranded vehicles and led to rescues. The city received over 240 mm of rain, causing significant waterlogging and prompting work-from-home advisories from major IT firms.