Who is to blame for flooding in Chennai?

The Tamil Nadu government said on Sunday that it can’t be blamed for the massive flooding in Chennai after heavy rains. With unprecedented damage from rain and floods in Chennai, the relief and rescue efforts are yet to return normalcy to many parts of the Tamil Nadu capital.

Why did the Buckingham Canal get flooded in Chennai?

These river banks were occupied by occupants which eventually has narrowed the river flow. This is one of the main reason for the flood water to get stragmented. There was no proper care taken on the Buckingham canal which is also a major path leading the flood water into the sea.

Where are the flood relief centres in Tamil Nadu?

On November 2, after six hours of incessant rainfall, several areas in southern and western Chennai were waterlogged. Fearing a repeat of the 2015 floods, more than 10,000 residents of low-lying areas took shelter in 114 relief centres in Chennai, Kancheepuram, Tiruvallur and Nagapattinam, the Tamil Nadu government said.

Which is the worst affected area in Chennai?

In the 2015 floods, one of the worst affected regions in Chennai was along the IT corridor. Built on low-lying areas of the Pallikaranai marshlands over the last 15 years, this area is destined to become a watery grave.

What was the cost of the floods in Tamil Nadu?

The massive flood in Chennai and adjoining areas in Tamil Nadu turned out to be costly for the insurance companies, saddled with claims touching close to R s. 5,000 crore. With assembly polls in Tamil Nadu just five months away, the DMK has decided to raise the recent floods in Chennai as an election issue.

What did IIT Madras Study on flood risk?

IIT Madras: Study focused on extreme storm surge scenarios & high tide levels along with flooding in the river and showed these walls at the creek mouth with regular de-silting will minimize the flood risk significantly The Safety Check was also activated after terrorist attacks in Paris and the floods in Chennai, among other recent emergencies.

Is the Sabarimala temple affected by the floods?

There is a considerable drop in revenue of the famous Sabarimala temple due to the floods in Chennai, an official said today. The recent floods in Chennai could scuttle the chances of a bright future for aspirants preparing for the prestigious Indian Administrative Services.