India, April 29 -- As part of its flood preparedness drive ahead of the monsoon season, the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) has scheduled mock drills at 21 underpasses across the district to test the functionality of pumping machinery and diesel generator sets to prevent waterlogging.

"Drills have been scheduled at all the underpasses in the district, and the drainage system and pumps installed in the underpasses will be tested for their efficacy in preventing any water accumulation during the monsoon season," said Vikram Singh, executive engineer, GMDA.

"Any remedial measures that need to be taken by the concerned departments will be executed on priority to curb any waterlogging concerns and inconvenience to commuter...