The crater formed after the heavy rainfall, as water accumulated across surrounding streets and flowed into the deep pit. The situation prompted authorities to send teams to the site amid concerns for nine nearby families.
Videos of the incident circulated online, drawing sarcastic reactions from viewers over the condition of the road. Some users compared the crater to the Bermuda Triangle, while others questioned the state of road maintenance.
Local reports have linked the collapse to overwhelmed ground conditions and past repair issues. The incident has renewed attention on Kanpur's monsoon infrastructure woes as heavy rainfall exposes vulnerabilities in roads and surrounding areas.
The affected lane remains barricaded following the incident, while authorities have deployed teams to assess the site and address concerns for residents living nearby.
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