Thunderstorm drenches Bengaluru; evening commuters caught in massive traffic snarls

Thunderstorm drenches Bengaluru; evening commuters caught in massive traffic snarls

Bengaluru: Heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning lashed several parts of Bengaluru on the evening of Friday, May 29, leading to waterlogging, traffic congestion and major inconvenience to commuters across the city. The sudden spell of rain began during peak office hours, leaving thousands of motorists stranded on busy roads while many office-goers struggled to reach their destinations. Several low-lying areas and underpasses witnessed …