Bengaluru, Oct. 12 -- A heavy spell of rain on Saturday evening brought Bengaluru to a grinding halt, as waterlogged roads, overflowing drains, and fallen trees disrupted life across several parts of the city. The downpour, which began late afternoon, lasted for several hours and led to widespread inundation in both residential and commercial areas.

Several key roads, including Outer Ring Road, Whitefield Main Road, Siddapura, etc were submerged under ankle to knee-deep water, leaving motorists stranded and vehicles stalled. Commuters reported being stuck in traffic jams for over two hours in some stretches, with gridlocks seen near Silk Board, Hebbal, and Majestic.

The city's civic infrastructure was once again under strain, as drains ...