His phone never stopped ringing as many bylanes in the city remained underwater owing to the downpour in the past few weeks that left the city completely inundated. It could be an urgent call asking for a boat; someone requesting for a quick delivery of some vegetables or medicines; it could be a toddler crying for a chocolate.
In his late 30s, Anand leads a group of volunteers, who reach out essentials to people residing in waterlogged areas round the clock. Their day begins at 7 am and goes on beyond midnight, especially in the last few days.
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