Archive · 3 Sep 2025
Delhi Braces for More Yamuna Rise, Amid Flood Fears
The Yamuna River in Delhi is getting higher because of heavy rain and water released from upstream.
Some people were rescued from flooded areas.
Officials predict the water level will continue to rise.
Shopkeepers are closing their stores to protect their goods.
The government is working to help, but some worry about the situation.
The forecast indicates the water level will reach 206.90 meters by 7 am on Wednesday.
Yamuna River levels rose significantly on Tuesday, exceeding the evacuation mark.
Over 10 people were rescued from flood-affected areas in Najafgarh.
Shopkeepers in Monastery Market are closing their businesses as a precaution.
Authorities predict further increases in the river's water level.
Traffic was disrupted due to the closure of the Old Railway Bridge.
- Who
- Delhi residents, shopkeepers, and government officials
- What
- Yamuna River levels rising, leading to evacuations and market closures.
- When
- Tuesday, ongoing.
- Where
- Delhi, specifically Najafgarh, Monastery Market, Burari, and areas near the Yamuna River.
- Why
- Heavy rainfall and water discharge from upstream barrages.
AAP Delhi President
Delhi Chief Minister
Flood Risk
AAP Delhi President
Dismisses the possibility of flooding and points to past mismanagement.
Delhi Chief Minister
States that the situation is under control and preparations are in place.
- Affected Region
- Delhi
- Yamuna River Level (9 PM)
- 206.36 meters
- Expected Level (7 AM)
- 206.90 meters
- People Rescued
- 10+
- Source of Rising Water
- Discharge from upstream barrages
Sources
Farmers in southwest Delhi villages seek relief from water-logging, meet District officials
Yamuna floods Delhi’s low-lying areas; thousands evacuated as river set to rise further
IMD issues flood alert for Himachal, Uttarakhand, Jammu & Kashmir; Delhi crosses 1,000 mm rainfall mark — details
Yamuna breaches danger mark in Delhi: Flood response plan activated, Minister asks officials to remain on high alert
