Archive · 25 Aug 2026
Heavy Rain Again Floods Delhi, Disrupts Traffic And Flights
Heavy rain fell on Delhi and nearby Gurugram for another day.
The water covered many roads and made traffic move very slowly.
Some flights were diverted, delayed, or cancelled because of storms and strong winds.
Several places in Delhi received around 70 millimetres of rain.
Gurugram also had flooded roads and stranded school buses and ambulances.
Schools there were told to hold classes online, and some workers were advised to work from home.
Weather officials said more rain could fall during the day.
Delhi’s August rainfall is already higher than usual at several weather stations.
Rescue workers are still looking for a 15-year-old boy who may have fallen into an open drain while chasing a kite.
Heavy rain struck Delhi on Tuesday, August 25, after flooding and severe travel disruptions the previous day.
At least 15 flights were diverted from Indira Gandhi International Airport, while others were delayed or cancelled.
Several Delhi areas received up to 70 millimetres of rain, causing waterlogging and major traffic jams.
Gurugram reported 38 millimetres of rain, with schools shifting online and offices advised to allow remote work.
Rescue teams continued searching for a 15-year-old boy suspected of falling into an open drain in Jasola village.
- Who
- Delhi and Gurugram residents, commuters, air travellers, schools, offices, rescue teams, and the India Meteorological Department were involved or affected.
- What
- Heavy rain caused waterlogging, traffic jams, flight disruptions, school and workplace changes, and an ongoing drain search.
- When
- Heavy rain was reported on Monday, August 24, and again on Tuesday, August 25; further rain was forecast for Wednesday.
- Where
- Delhi and neighbouring Gurugram, including Indira Gandhi International Airport and Jasola village.
- Why
- Thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and heavy showers produced flooding and travel disruptions.
- Delhi August rainfall
- Safdarjung recorded 246.2 mm through August 24, about 29% above normal; Ayanagar recorded 266.3 mm, 66% above normal.
- Highest reported rainfall
- Janakpuri received 70 mm and Ayanagar recorded 69.1 mm between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
- Flight disruption
- At least 15 flights were diverted from Indira Gandhi International Airport on Monday.
- Gurugram rainfall
- Gurugram recorded 38 mm of rain.
- Forecast temperatures
- Delhi’s Tuesday maximum was forecast at 34–36°C, with a minimum of 25–27°C; Wednesday’s maximum was expected to reach 35–37°C.
- Missing boy
- A 15-year-old Class 8 student was suspected of falling into an open drain in Jasola village while retrieving a kite.
- Gurugram response
- The administration advised corporate offices to permit work from home and directed schools and educational institutions to hold online classes.