Gurgaon faced chaos on Monday. Heavy rainfall caused roads to submerge. Vehicles stalled, leading to severe traffic jams. Key areas like IFFCO Chowk and Hero Honda Chowk were heavily affected. Commuters experienced hours-long delays. Emergency services struggled to navigate the flooded streets. The city's drainage issues were highlighted once again. Residents are demanding better infrastructure.
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