Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Delhi-NCR Hit by Flooding, Disrupting Commute and Schooling
Heavy rain caused big problems in Delhi and the surrounding areas.
Roads and even a school filled up with water, making it hard for people to get around.
Kids in one school had to sit on their desks to keep their feet dry.
The weather service said more rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds were coming.
Because of all the water, getting to work and school was a lot harder than usual.
Heavy rainfall caused widespread disruption in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR).
Videos on social media showed flooded areas, including a government school.
Children in a Delhi government school were seen sitting on benches to avoid floodwaters.
The Met Department issued a warning of continued rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds.
Morning rush hour experienced significant traffic issues due to the weather.
- Who
- Residents of Delhi and NCR, including school children.
- What
- Heavy rainfall and resulting floods caused disruption in Delhi and NCR.
- When
- Wednesday morning
- Where
- Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR).
- Why
- The heavy rain caused the flooding and disruptions.
- Affected Region
- Delhi and NCR
- Event
- Heavy Rainfall
- Impact
- Flooding and Traffic Snarls
- Warning
- Moderate to heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds up to 40 km/h.