Heavy rainfall during the first monsoon downpour has flooded large parts of Khulna city, disrupting daily life and exposing flaws in a Tk 823 crore drainage project. Roads went underwater and homes were inundated, especially in low-lying areas. Residents and experts blame poor maintenance, unplanned development, and encroachment on canals. Despite major investments since 2018, the waterlogging problem persists. Authorities claim the project is ongoing, but locals demand accountability and faster action to prevent repeated flooding in future monsoon seasons.