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In pics: Rainfall, traffic snarls, waterlogging spell trouble for Delhi-NCR

Hindustan Times | By, New Delhi
Aug 31, 2016 10:46 AM IST

Heavy rainfall and gusty winds brought the national capital and the NCR to a standstill on Wednesday.

Heavy rainfall and gusty winds spelt trouble for commuters in the National Capital Region (NCR) on a gloomy Wednesday morning.

The heavy monsoon showers led to waterlogging in many areas and massive traffic jams across Delhi and NCR.(Gulshankumar Wankar/HT Photo)
The heavy monsoon showers led to waterlogging in many areas and massive traffic jams across Delhi and NCR.(Gulshankumar Wankar/HT Photo)

Delhi recorded 3.9 mm rainfall till 8.30 am. The heavy monsoon showers led to waterlogging in many areas and massive traffic jams.

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Gurgaon Police issued an advisory on Twitter asking commuters to be patient and maintain lanes. Delhi Police too alerted commuters about waterlogging and free routes, to avoid chaos. Companies in Gurgaon have asked their employees to work from home in light of the rain and massive traffic jams.

While some people seemed to be enjoying the shower, several office-goers were annoyed. Here are some pictures and videos:

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