Chandigarh was built as a planned city. So why does it keep sinking in the rain?

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1. Thu, 20 August 2026

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   • Times of India12:29first to report
     Chandigarh was built as a planned city. So why does it keep sinking in the rain?

     Chandigarh's planned infrastructure faces recurring monsoon flooding issues. Intense rainfall exposed vulnerabilities in various city sectors and major roads. Vehicles were stranded and markets submerged after a short, heavy downpour. The city's drainage system appears inadequate for current rainfall intensity and urbanization. This recurring problem highlights the need for infrastructure upgrades beyond emergency responses.

2. Thu, 27 August 2026

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   • Times of India06:00
     Bigger roads, flyovers and expressways but rain still brings cities to standstill

     Indian cities face monsoon flooding despite extensive road construction projects. Heavy rainfall overwhelms drainage systems, causing widespread traffic disruptions and damage. Planned cities like Chandigarh also struggle with intense, short-duration rain events. Underlying urban systems and natural water channels have not kept pace with development. Addressing this requires improving drainage and preserving natural water bodies.