India, Aug. 24 -- Heavy rain lashed Delhi on Monday, August 24, leaving several parts of the national capital waterlogged and causing widespread traffic disruptions. Gusty winds and intense showers brought parts of the city to a standstill, with some areas recording nearly 67 mm of rainfall.

Several major roads and stretches, including parts of Lutyens' Delhi, Mathura Road, Connaught Place, Bhairon Marg, ITO and the Zakhira underpass, were inundated. The waterlogging led to severe traffic congestion and caused difficulties for commuters and pedestrians.

Videos circulating on social media showed students wading through waist-deep water in Sangam Vihar. Similar scenes were reported from Sadar Bazar, where residents struggled through accum...