Yamuna River water that surged over important highways has caused flooding in Delhi. Authorities have evacuated hundreds from low-lying regions and diverted traffic from main highways as a result of the river’s water level reaching its highest point in more than 45 years.
This monsoon season, which started in June, has so far produced record-breaking rainfall in Northern India. Since the rains started late last month, at least 88 people have died in Himachal Pradesh, and adjacent states like Punjab and Haryana have also been experiencing severe flooding.
Yamuna River swells
The Yamuna’s water level was 208.46 meters on Thursday morning, the highest it had been in 45 years. Several low-lying regions and highways have been flooded by the swollen river, and videos posted on social media show cars and buses submerged in the street.
Arvind Kejriwal, the chief minister, declared that all schools, colleges, and institutions in the nation’s capital would be closed till Sunday and that all other government workers, except those who provide critical services, might work from home.
- Delhi faces flooding due to the Yamuna River surge.
- Yamuna reaches 208.46 meters, flooding low-lying areas and highways.
- Delhi Governor, Kejriwal discusses flood situation, addressing potential fatalities.
Due to the flood-like conditions, three water treatment facilities in Delhi have been shut down. Heavy vehicles are not allowed to enter Delhi, except those transporting necessities.
The Delhi administration has relocated more than 16,000 residents to relief tents erected beneath flyovers. Teams of emergency responders have been sent out to various locations, and rescue operations are still taking place in flooded areas.
To discuss the flood situation, the governor of the state and Mr. Kejriwal met with the Delhi Disaster Management Authority. The annual monsoon rains are India’s lifeline, but they frequently result in fatalities and widespread property damage.
India’s weather has been harsher in recent years; the relentless rains occurred just weeks after a severe heat wave engulfed much of north India.
