A half-hour spell of heavy rain on Saturday afternoon submerged most major roads in Dhaka, causing severe waterlogging and traffic paralysis across the city. The rainfall, recorded at 35 millimeters within thirty minutes, led to flooding in key areas including Mirpur, Kazipara, Shewrapara, Mohammadpur, Dhanmondi, Malibagh, and Motijheel. Even areas near the Prime Minister’s Office and Jahangir Gate were inundated. Although the water gradually receded by evening, residents faced major disruptions, with commuters and students struggling through flooded streets and transport shortages.

According to the Meteorological Department, the day’s rainfall was slightly less than the previous day’s, yet the waterlogging was worse due to poor drainage. Experts attributed the situation to unplanned urbanization and the city’s weak sewage system, citing clogged drains and encroached canals as key reasons for slow water discharge. Despite repeated assurances from Dhaka’s city corporations, the problem persists every monsoon.

The weather office warned that monsoon rains are likely to continue over the coming days, raising concerns about further flooding in low-lying areas of the capital.