As Delhi grapples with severe flooding in many parts of the city due to heavy rain, there was a slight improvement. The water level of the Yamuna River declined to 207.47m at the Old Railway Bridge at 8 am on Thursday.
Delhi continues to grapple with waterlogging and signs of possible flooding. Today, early morning visuals from Loha Pul and nearby areas showed the expanded Yamuna River that continues to wreak havoc following heavy and continuous rainfall.
The rising water level of the Yamuna River has led to severe flooding in several parts of Delhi on Wednesday, prompting large-scale evacuations and relief measures.
Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma on Wednesday visited the ITO Barrage to inspect the situation as the water level of the Yamuna River is flowing above the danger level following heavy rainfall.
The water level of the Yamuna River in Delhi crossed the danger level mark on Wednesday morning. The warning mark for the city is 204.5 metres, while the danger mark is 205.33 metres. Evacuation of people starts at 206 metres.
Delhi continues to grapple with rainfall, causing traffic jams, waterlogging and signs of possible flooding. Visuals from Okhla Barrage show the continuous increase in the water level of the Yamuna River.
During her visit, the Chief Minister interacted with residents and said that the situation was under control. She noted that the water released from the Hathnikund Barrage was expected to reach the national capital by evening, and that arrangements had been made for accommodation of affec
Following incessant rain in Delhi, residents of many parts of the city have shifted to safer locations due to a rise in the water level of the Yamuna River.
Heavy rainfall in Delhi has triggered significant traffic congestion, particularly at the Delhi-Gurugram border, and raised concerns about potential flooding along the Yamuna River.
The Delhi Government has directed the closure of traffic and public movement on the bridge over the Yamuna River, effective from 5:00 PM on September 2, 2025, in response to a flood advisory issued by the Central Water Commission (CWC).