Residents of Muthialpet grapple with waterlogging, damaged street lamps

PUDUCHERRY: Around 50 residents of Sabthagiri Garden in Muthialpet are grappling with the aftermath of the recent heavy rains in the district, which has caused water stagnation in their neighbourhood. Moreover, ten street lamps were damaged in the downpour, leaving the area in complete darkness, alleged residents.

The stagnant rainwater mixed with sewage, particularly around a volleyball ground behind Sabthagiri Garden, has become a breeding ground for mosquitoes, raising fears of outbreaks of diseases such as dengue and malaria. Residents said that foul odours emanate in the area due to the decomposition of dead animals, including rats and squirrels, in the waterlogged area.

Furthermore, the rains damaged over 10 street lamps and three high mast lights, leaving the area in complete darkness at night, posing significant safety risks, said Nagaraj, a resident.