Kolkata reeling under Heavy Rain, 11 Dead

Heavy rain played havoc in Kolkata and other parts in West Bengal, bringing the normal life into a complete halt. At least 11 people have died so far. Several parts of Kolkata remained waterlogged.

There is no let up even after three days of heavy rainfall. According to sources, the rain has affected around four lakh people and destroyed nearly 40,000 houses across the state. The government has allotted Rs. 12 crore for relief and rehabilitation.