Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Delhi Hit by Flooding and Traffic Snarls After Heavy Rainfall
Heavy rain caused big problems in Delhi.
Some areas flooded, making it hard for people to get around.
A school got filled with water, and kids had to stand on benches.
The weather people say more rain is coming.
People are upset because the city doesn't seem ready for this kind of weather.
The government is trying to pump out the water.
Heavy rainfall caused significant waterlogging and traffic disruptions in Delhi.
A government school in Tikri Kalan village was submerged, with classrooms filled with water.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted more showers with thunderstorms for Delhi-NCR.
Authorities deployed Quick Response Teams to address waterlogging, but several areas were affected.
Netizens criticized the government for poor infrastructure and lack of preparedness.
- Who
- Residents of Delhi, students, and the local government.
- What
- Heavy rainfall caused waterlogging and disruptions in Delhi.
- When
- Recent days, with the most recent incidents on Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
- Where
- Delhi and surrounding areas, specifically mentioned locations include Tikri Kalan village and several roads and areas in Delhi.
- Why
- Heavy rainfall overwhelmed drainage systems, causing flooding and prompting criticism of infrastructure.
Criticism of Government
Government Response
Infrastructure & Preparedness
Criticism of Government
Poor infrastructure and maintenance are to blame for the waterlogging and the condition of the school.
Government Response
The government is taking necessary actions to address the issues.
- Reported Rainfall (Safdarjung)
- 9.1 mm
- Temperature
- Minimum 25.6 degrees Celsius, Maximum expected 33 degrees Celsius
- IMD Alert
- Orange and yellow alerts issued for some areas
- School Location
- Nigam Pratibha Balika Vidyalaya, Tikri Kalan village, Delhi
- Waterlogging Calls Received
- Around 20 reported to the flood control room.
