Climate Change

Kolkata faces record rainfall: City under water ahead of Durga Puja

A low-pressure area over the northeast Bay of Bengal is likely to bring heavy rainfall to several districts of South Bengal

DTE Staff

On the night of September 22, 2025, Kolkata was battered with heavy rains bringing the city to a standstill. Even 24 hours later, the city of joy remained waterlogged ahead of the Durga Puja extravaganza.

At least 12 people have died in rain-related incidents, while the city braces for more showers.

The IMD warned that a low-pressure area over the northeast Bay of Bengal is likely to bring heavy rainfall to several districts of South Bengal.