Pune: The modest livelihood of Vidya Gosavi, 67, and her husband, Mukund Gosavi, 75, has been severely affected by floodwaters that entered their small two-room home in Vitthalwadi.

Vidya, who works as a cook, and Mukund, who takes on small roles in films and media, rely on their limited income to make ends meet. The sudden flood has brought a new wave of challenges to their already fragile situation.

On Sunday (August 4), water released into the river led to the flooding of their neighborhood due to a stream flowing through Vitthalwadi.

Encroachments and inadequate drainage systems caused the water to overflow into residential areas, including the Gosavis' home. Vidya returned home in the afternoon after her work to find their house submerged in knee-deep water.

Despite her efforts, she struggled to open the door, and when she finally did, she found their belongings, including the bed and washing machine, ruined by the floodwater. The couple had to spend the night in a nearby company's office.

Vidya and Mukund emphasized the need for better planning and permanent solutions to prevent future flooding in their area, ensuring such a disaster doesn't happen again.