Heavy rain submerges Silchar, disrupts Durga Puja preparations

Continuous rainfall on Sunday caused widespread flooding in Silchar, disrupting daily life and submerging key areas under knee-deep water. The sudden deluge has severely impacted residents and traders, especially with Durga Puja preparations underway. Business establishments and households in low-lying areas suffered water damage, while idol-makers reported damage to clay idols, adding to the pre-festival chaos.