Ludhiana, Aug. 31 -- A heavy spell of rain on Friday morning brought life to a standstill in several parts of Ludhiana, especially low-lying areas, which remained waterlogged for hours. While the rainfall provided relief from the humid weather, it exposed the poor drainage system in many parts of the city.

Areas including Bahmian Khurd, Transport Nagar, Focal Point, Sherpur Chowk, Giaspura and parts of Jamalpur witnessed knee-deep water on roads, causing massive inconvenience to commuters and local residents.

People waded through flooded streets, while several vehicles broke down mid-road due to water entering engines. Many shopkeepers in low-lying commercial areas kept their shutters closed as rainwater entered their establishments.

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