Parts of Delhi-NCR woke up to heavy rain on July 26, bringing respite from hot and humid conditions. Due to the downpour, parts of Delhi-NCR experienced waterlogging. Meanwhile, several areas of Noida witnessed severe waterlogging. Hundreds of vehicles were stranded in Noida’s Echotech area due to a rise in the water level of the Hindon River on July 25. The vehicles were seen almost submerged in the water making it ‘Water Parking’. Several houses were also submerged in the low-lying areas on July 23. Light to moderate rains were witnessed in parts of the NCR, including Noida, in the early hours of July 25. Amidst heavy rainfall in parts of the country, the IMD has issued alerts for Maharashtra, Haryana, Chandigarh, UP, Rajasthan, HP, and Uttarakhand.
26 July,2023 03:55 PM IST | Mumbai
Delhi is on high alert as water level of the Yamuna River is rising once again with the looming danger of Delhi floods. On July 23, the water level was recorded at 205.81 m at Old Yamuna Bridge. The water level of Yamuna has been on a rise since July 22. The flood-affected people were shifted to relief camps as they lost their shelters. Hundreds of flood-affected people were seen taking shelter in the relief camps near Old Yamuna Bridge.
23 July,2023 11:41 AM IST
The water level of Yamuna in Delhi once again crossed the danger mark of 205.33 meters on Friday. According to Central Water Commission (CWC) data, the water level of Yamuna reached 205.34 meters at 6 pm on Friday and since then the water level has increased further. The Delhi government has already issued these instructions to the officials for this. Let it be known that many flood affected people have been taken to shelter homes. The people living in the shelter home said that they were provided food and ration by the Delhi Government.
22 July,2023 02:18 PM IST | Mumbai
After touching the record mark of 208.66 meters in Delhi, the water level in River Yamuna is on a continuous rise. Due to an increase in water level, excess waters reached the outer walls of the Taj Mahal in Agra on July 19. Historic garden behind the seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal completely submerged in floodwaters. Meanwhile, locals are terrified and said that for the first time, they have witnessed such a rise in the water level. Yamuna River touched the walls of the Taj Mahal for the first time in nearly 45 years. “No threat to Taj Mahal” said the Archaeological Survey of India after Yamuna touched the outer walls of the iconic monument
19 July,2023 03:05 PM IST | Mumbai
Yamuna River continued to overflow and several areas remained inundated on July 17. However, the water level of the Yamuna River continued to recede on July 16. It was recorded at 205.50 metres at 11 pm at Old Yamuna Bridge (Loha Pul). Though the water level is still above the danger mark of 205.33 metres, it is expected to come down soon. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has deployed 17 teams for rescue work in flood-affected districts in Delhi. 1,606 people have been rescued. Moreover, 7241 people and 956 livestock have been evacuated by the NDRF teams. Further, pre-hospital treatment has been given to 908 rescued persons. Around 26,401 people have been evacuated from the flood-affected low-lying areas of six districts of Delhi, out of which around 21,504 people are staying in 44 camps.
17 July,2023 11:06 AM IST | Mumbai
As the Yamuna continued to overflow and several areas remain inundated in Delhi, a snake was spotted in Loha Pul area as on July 16. There has been a sharp increase in the sightings of snakes in the city after the recent flooding. Yamuna water has gradually begun receding slowly in Delhi. The latest water level of Yamuna was recorded at 205.95 meters at 10 am on July 16. Notably, Yamuna’s danger level in Delhi is at 205.33 meters. Yamuna water level is likely to fall below the danger mark in the next few hours
16 July,2023 01:30 PM IST
In recent days, Delhi has battling one of the most devastating floods in decades. Parts of Delhi remain severely waterlogged and several areas of the city have submerged as the water level of River Yamuna rose significantly resulting in Delhi floods. Incessant rain and the release of water from Hathnikund Barrage led Yamuna to flow above the danger mark. While the flood situation in Delhi has shattered lives, some took it as an opportunity to enjoy the weather. Several children and adults were seen splashing in the polluted floodwater at the Ring Road area. Notably, three teenagers drowned in a ditch, filled with water amid severe waterlogging in the Mukundpur area on July 14. Taking the incident seriously, CM Arvind Kejriwal had urged people to avoid such a situation. However, Delhites continue to take dips and swim in flooded waters.
16 July,2023 12:39 PM IST
Delhi is currently facing a flood scare due to the high water levels in Yamuna River after incessant rainfall and the release of water from the Hathnikund barrage on July 14. The water level of Yamuna River at Old Railway Bridge (ORB) has crossed the danger mark and is at 208.40 meters, recorded around 9 am. Waterlogging persisted in many parts of Delhi alongside River Yamuna due to its high water level following heavy rains The areas near Rajghat, Supreme Court, ITO, Shanti Van, etc. were inundated. Although the rain stopped, the release of water from Hathnikund Barrage in neighbouring Haryana continued, leading to the prevailing situation in the national capital. The inundation in low-lying areas forced the administration to divert traffic from many roads. As a result, the traffic jams were witnessed. The water level of River Yamuna was depleted later in the night of July 13, reaching 208.63 meters at 10 pm. The water level of River Yamuna was recorded at 208.65 metres at 9 PM.
15 July,2023 04:20 PM IST
While the people of Delhi struggle with Delhi floods, BJP MP from East Delhi Gautam Gambhir, held the Delhi government responsible for the prevailing situation and accused them of not spending money on building the city’s infrastructure. “It’s unfortunate that Delhi is flooded today. This situation doesn’t come as a surprise to me as the present government has not spent any money on building infrastructure in the city. CM had promised to make Delhi a world-class city,” said Gautam Gambhir.
15 July,2023 04:03 PM IST
The soaring water level of River Yamuna continues to wreak havoc in parts of Delhi. On July 14, several areas of the National Capital were inundated, disrupting normal life in a fast-moving city. Owing to the floods in Delhi, 3 minors drowned to death while swimming in flooded waters in Delhi’s Mukundpur on July 14. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was quick to react to the mishap and called the incident ‘unfortunate’. Meanwhile, a total of 23,692 people were evacuated from the adjacent areas of the Yamuna River in Delhi. The water level of the Yamuna River in Delhi decreased to 208.63 meters proving hope for people living in Delhi.
15 July,2023 02:18 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
