Heavy rain in Western Uttar Pradesh caused relief from heat but led to severe waterlogging in Meerut and rising river levels, raising flood fears in Saharanpur.
Torrential rains in Hardoi late Monday evening, after a 20-day absence, brought relief from the scorching heat, but also slowed the city's pace. The 40 mm of rain that fell for about an hour and a half flooded main roads and markets, disrupting normal life. The rain continued from 7 pm to around 8:30 pm. According to weather forecasters, heavy rains are expected in the next two to three days, bringing relief from the humid heat. The city had pre…