Waterlogging wrecks vehicles, boosts mechanic business
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Ranchi: Motor mechanics in the city are cashing in on the city's woes as widespread rainfall across the state and waterlogging cause hundreds of vehicles to break down. The past week's relentless rain has left major roads inundated, with knee-deep water taking a toll on vehicles.
With vehicles succumbing to technical issues, motor mechanics are working overtime to repair them. The surge in demand for their services has translated to quick bucks for the mechanics, as they are busy fixing engines, electrical systems, and other parts damaged by water exposure.
Sunny Toppo, a mechanic in the Chutiya area said that he is repairing at least 20-30 vehicles daily, both two-wheelers and four-wheelers which broke down after wading through waterlogged areas.
"In case of four-wheelers, rain water entered in exhaust pipes, failing to start the vehicles. Since Monday, at least 10 four-wheelers have come to my garage for repairs. While I am earning well, I am also struggling to meet the deadline of the owners," he added.
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Mohammad Jamil, another motor mechanic on Circular Road, said that many vehicles have got punctured. "Many vehicles ran over pointed objects such as rocks or nails, resulting in flat tyres.
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I have so far repaired 30 two-wheelers in two days, having problems of flat wheels, failure of spark plugs, damage to air filters and carburetors. A few bikes reported engine seizure issues as well. During the rainy season, such cases always rise, which is a boon for us, but a bane for the vehicle owners," the mechanic said.
Meanwhile, vehicle owners are struggling to keep their vehicles running, with many facing issues like engine failure, electrical malfunctions, and corrosion.
Rakesh Oraon, a motorist, said, "While returning from my workplace on Monday, I got stuck at a waterlogged area near the Bada Talab area for around 30 minutes. Rainwater entered my four-wheeler's exhaust pipe, and I could not start my car afterwards. Later, I had to spend Rs 2,000 to fix my car," he added.
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