A two-hour downpour this morning provided much-needed relief from the oppressive heat, but also caused significant disruption for commuters in Dhaka.

The rain, which began around 9:30 am and continued until 11:30 am, led to flooding in several areas including Malibagh, Moghbazar, Shantinagar, Farmgate, Badda, Mirpur, and Khilkhet. Office-goers and residents found themselves wading through ankle-deep water to reach their destinations.

Moreover, houses of low-income people and businesses in some areas were submerged due to waterlogging.

Commuters suffer as heavy rain inundates roads in Dhaka

According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, 61mm of rain was recorded in Dhaka in about two hours.

Despite the initial relief from the heat, the heavy rainfall brought about immense suffering for those trying to navigate the submerged streets. Many people were seen struggling through the waterlogged roads, highlighting Dhaka’s drainage issues.

The sky had been overcast since the early morning, and the rain, accompanied by thunderstorms, helped to alleviate the stifling heat that had gripped Dhaka for the past few days.