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St Anthony school Dugawar   October 17, 2016   The Editor The Tribune Chandigarh   Dear Sir   Subject: Poor drainage in the city   I would like to draw the attention of the concerned authorities to the issue of water logging in the city. During the rainy season, even a little bit of rain causes a lot of problem making life difficult for the residents.    A brief shower of rain leaves a lot of water accumulated on the main roads. It not only disrupts the smooth flow of traffic but also causes vehicles to stall, thus increasing the probability of accidents. In many parts of city, neither the roads not the potholes are visible. People on two wheelers have an extremely harrowing time, as do school children on rickshaws.   Additionally, there are a lot of health issues related to water logging. Clogged gutters cannot effectively drain out the excess water, as a result of which, sewerage can be seen floating on the roads. As reported by your newspaper, it is no coincidence that the number of patients reporting to the government hospitals increases during the rainy season.   It is rather unfortunate that such issues need to be raised because it was only last year that the municipal corporation had undertaken the task of revamping the drainage system all over the city. Despite having spent a large amount on the said project, there seems to be little difference in the state of affairs.   I request the concerned authorities to kindly address the problem and take the necessary action before the rainy season sets in next year.   Yours truly, Maneesha