Taj Mahal's Main Dome Sees Water Leakage After Incessant Rain in Agra, ASI Claims No Damage; Video Goes Viral
Continuous rainfall in Agra for the past 48 hours caused water leakage from the main dome of the Taj Mahal and submerged parts of its garden.
Continuous rainfall in Agra for the past 48 hours caused water leakage from the main dome of the Taj Mahal and submerged parts of its garden. A viral video showed one of the monument's gardens flooded, catching the attention of tourists. Rajkumar Patel, Chief Superintendent of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Agra circle, confirmed the leakage but reassured the public that it was due to seepage, with no structural damage to the dome. ASI officials conducted a thorough inspection using drone cameras to assess the situation. In addition to the Taj Mahal, the city faced significant waterlogging, affecting major highways and residential areas due to the heavy downpour. Uttar Pradesh Rains: 10 Die in Rain-Related Incidents; 13 Districts Hit by Floods.
Taj Mahal Dome Experiences Water Leakage After Heavy Rains
🚨🇮🇳 | The symbol of love, Taj Mahal, is flooded. The garden situated in the premises of this beautiful building is submerged. It has been raining continuously for the last 24 hours in Agra. Efforts are on to drain out the water.
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