AAP leader Anurag Dhanda has taken a sharp swipe at the Nayab Singh Saini-led Haryana government after heavy rainfall left roads waterlogged in Gurugram, with children seen swimming and playing on a flooded road near the Rajeev Chowk area.
Anurag Dhanda Takes Swipe at Nayab Singh Saini Government
Dhanda shared visuals of the incident on social media and sarcastically referred to the waterlogged stretch as a “special underpass swimming pool service” provided by Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini.
The incident has brought renewed attention to waterlogging
The video, also shared by ANI, showed children swimming and playing in accumulated rainwater on a road in the Rajeev Chowk area as Gurugram experienced heavy rainfall.
The incident has brought renewed attention to waterlogging and drainage challenges in Gurugram during the monsoon season. The city is a major commercial and corporate centre, and flooding on important roads can cause significant disruption for commuters and residents.
Dhanda’s remarks have also turned the situation into a political issue, with the AAP leader questioning the state government’s handling of urban infrastructure and rainwater management.
The visuals of children entering the flooded road have raised concerns over public safety as well. Waterlogged roads can conceal potholes, open drains and other hazards, creating risks for both pedestrians and motorists.
The episode has also highlighted the importance of effective storm-water drainage systems and timely action by civic authorities during periods of intense rainfall.
Residents in Gurugram frequently face traffic disruptions during heavy rain, making adequate drainage and rapid water clearance particularly important for maintaining normal movement across the city.
The latest incident near Rajeev Chowk is likely to intensify the political debate over monsoon preparedness, urban infrastructure and waterlogging management in Gurugram.
