Bengaluru’s iconic bookstore BookWorm was devastated by heavy rains and thunderstorms that flooded its premises, destroying an estimated 5,000 books worth about Rs 14 lakh. Rainwater gushed in, worsened by clogged drainage, leaving shelves soaked and many books beyond repair. The heartbreaking incident sparked an outpouring of support online as readers rally to help the literary hub recover.
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