Ludhiana, Sept. 5 -- Residents of Shivpuri, Dhoka Mohalla, Kashmir Nagar and other low-lying areas continue to suffer as slush, garbage and stinking water remain stagnant in their streets, even days after heavy rainfall and an overflowing Buddha Nullah left several parts of the city inundated. Though water has receded, the situation remains grim for hundreds of residents, who are now demanding compensation for damage to their houses and business establishments. Deputy commissioner Himanshu Jain on Thursday ordered a comprehensive survey of the damages caused by flooding in the area.

The overflowing Budhha Nullah and poor drainage have turned these localities into pools of sewage, posing serious health risks and making it difficult for re...