Raipur, July 5 -- Severe waterlogging hit several parts of Raipur on Sunday following overnight rainfall, with water levels rising to knee-deep in some areas and waist-deep in others, residents said.

Filthy water entered many homes, damaging belongings and forcing families to stay awake through the night to ensure the safety of children and elderly members.

Several neighbourhoods in the city turned into ponds after the rain. Along with streets being submerged, two to three feet of water entered houses. From around 2 AM, residents were seen bailing out water and trying to secure their possessions. Many families went without sleep and meals, and some even struggled to access drinking water.

Local resident Raju Verma criticised the admini...