Ludhiana, July 16 -- Residents of Rajiv Gandhi Colony in Phase 5, Focal Point have sought a permanent solution for severe waterlogging in the area by requesting the municipal corporation (MC) to do proper desilting of the sewer network. According to the residents, they face this problem every year during monsoon, with little lasting action from the MC.

Residents alleged that the situation gets worse during rainfall as nearby factories discharge rainwater accumulated inside their premises into the surrounding area. At the same time sewer lines clogged with garbage fail to drain the excess water leaving roads submerged for days, this further allows water to enter the houses or shops.

The residents claimed that despite repeated complaints ...