Pakistan, May 11 -- ISLAMABAD - A powerful spell of rain and hailstorm hit Islamabad and Rawalpindi on Sunday evening, bringing a refreshing change in weather but causing major traffic disruptions across the twin cities.

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), thick dark clouds hovered over the cities before heavy rain began, accompanied by a hailstorm in several areas. The sudden weather shift caught many residents by surprise.

As the rain poured down, water quickly accumulated on roads, especially at key intersections, leading to traffic jams and slow vehicular movement. Commuters faced long delays as poor drainage systems worsened the situation.

Some areas of Islamabad reported significant hail, which matched the ...