Heavy overnight rainfall brought normal life to a halt in Bhiwandi on Monday, inundating low-lying areas, disrupting traffic, and forcing residents to remain indoors after the Kamwari River crossed the danger level.
The torrential rain, which continued from late Sunday night until Monday morning, triggered flood-like conditions across the city. Water entered several homes in residential areas, damaging household belongings, while rising water levels kept many families on edge throughout the night.
The situation worsened along the banks of the Kamwari River, where the strong current submerged several parked vehicles. A video showing a mini-bus being swept away by the swollen river has gone viral on social media, highlighting the severity of the flooding and raising concerns among residents.
Among the worst-hit areas were Nadi Naka, Idgah Road, MHADA Colony, Bandar Mohalla, Khadipar, and Tandel Mohalla, where rainwater accumulated rapidly after hours of continuous downpour. Floodwaters entered homes in these localities, forcing many families to move to safer places.
The flooding also severely affected commercial activity. Waterlogging was reported in the city's main vegetable market and around Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Chowk, disrupting businesses and roadside vendors. Shopkeepers struggled to protect their goods from floodwaters, while vegetable vendors reported significant losses.
With major markets submerged, customers also faced considerable inconvenience. In the Idgah area, waist-deep water brought traffic to a near standstill, leaving women, children, and elderly residents stranded for several hours.
Residents were seen wading through floodwaters to reach their homes, while several roads across the city became impassable, resulting in massive traffic congestion and long queues of vehicles.
As the Kamwari River continues to flow above the danger mark, local authorities have issued an alert for people living in vulnerable riverside areas. Residents of Nadi Naka, MHADA Colony, Idgah Road, Bandar Mohalla, Khadipar, and Tandel Mohalla have been advised to remain vigilant and relocate to safer places if necessary.
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