Thu Jun 12 15:34:49 UTC 2025: **News Article:**

**Hubballi-Dharwad Reels Under Floodwaters, One Missing as Heavy Rains Lash Karnataka**

**Hubballi, June 12, 2025** – Torrential downpours have caused widespread flooding and chaos in the twin cities of Hubballi-Dharwad, Karnataka, for the second consecutive day. Arterial roads are waterlogged, low-lying areas are inundated, and traffic has been brought to a standstill. Tragically, a motorcyclist was swept away by a raging drain in Hubballi and remains missing as of Thursday evening.

Eyewitnesses reported that Hussainsab Kalasad, while navigating a flooded road near Nekar Nagar, lost control and was pulled into the overflowing drain. A pillion rider was rescued by bystanders.

Following an orange alert from the India Meteorological Department, Hubballi-Dharwad Deputy Commissioner Divya Prabhu G.R.J. declared a holiday for schools and colleges. However, II PU examinations proceeded as scheduled at nine centers. With a red alert now in effect, officials have been instructed to remain at their posts.

Numerous localities, including Lingaraj Nagar, Om Nagar, Siddharoodh Nagar, and Pandurang Colony, are experiencing waterlogging, with rainwater entering homes and businesses. Basements of apartment complexes have also been flooded. Shops in Dajibanpet are dealing with sewage-contaminated water.

Reports are also emerging of flooded fields in Navalgund and Kundgol taluks, with police and locals rescuing stranded residents.

The district administration has prohibited water activities and set up helplines (see below) for emergency assistance.

Neighboring Uttara Kannada is also experiencing similar conditions, with school closures in several taluks due to a red alert.

**Helpline Numbers:**

* Deputy Commissioner’s office: 0836-2445505, 1077
* Dharwad Assistant Commissioner’s office: 0836-2233860
* Dharwad Tahsildar’s office: 0836-2233822
* Alnavar: 0836-2385544
* Hubballi Urban: 0836- 2258035
* Hubballi: 0836-2233844
* Kalghatgi: 08370-284535
* Kundgol: 08304-290239
* Navalgund: 08380-229240
* Annigeri: 8618442759
* HDMC: 0836- 2213888/2213889/2213869, WhatsApp Ph: 8277803778

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