Ludhiana, June 23 -- A few hours of spell of rain on Sunday exposed the poor drainage planning of Ludhiana once again, as the new vegetable market near Karabara Chowk turned into a virtual riverbed.

Visitors to the vegetable market had a harrowing experience as water and filth flooded the premises, turning it into a swamp-like zone. Waste, including plastic wrappers, rotting vegetables, and garbage, was seen floating in the water, creating not just inconvenience but also serious health concerns. Traders and shopkeepers were left fuming, as their stalls were inundated and footfall dropped drastically.

"This market has similar experience whenever it rains and the department claims of being a modern and well-planned market. But a few hours...