Yamuna Surges Past 207 m, Delhi Sees Widespread Flooding and Waterlogging
The Yamuna has breached 207 m—its third-highest level—causing flooding in areas like Civil Lines, Bela Road, Sonia Vihar and disrupting neighborhoods across Delhi. Over 12,000 people have been displaced following fierce discharge from Hathnikund barrage.The Times of India+2The Times of India+2www.ndtv.comReuters
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Rescue, Evacuations, Impact on Operations as Yamuna Floodwaters Inundate Delhi
Floodwaters have entered homes and markets, halted operations at Nigambodh Ghat crematorium, and forced traffic diversions across key stretches like Outer Ring Road and Signature Bridge. Authorities set up relief camps and deployed NDRF teams to oversee evacuations.The Times of India+3The Times of India+3The Times of India+3www.ndtv.com+1Reuters
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Section 1: Rising Water Levels and Evacuations
Yamuna is flowing above 207 m as of Wednesday—a 63-year high—flooding low-lying zones including Ring Road, Civil Lines, Bela Road, Sonia Vihar, and Yamuna Bazaar. Authorities evacuated over 12,000 residents, relocating them to relief camps in Mayur Vihar, Yamuna Khadar, and other locations.The Times of India+2The Times of India+2Reuters
Section 2: Disrupted Services and Traffic Gridlock
Heavy flooding forced the closure of Nigambodh Ghat and Geeta Colony cremation grounds. A wall at Nigambodh collapsed as water entered the premises. Multiple roads—including Outer Ring Road and stretches from Signature Bridge to Rajghat—are under water, prompting widespread traffic diversions and chaos.The Times of India+2The Times of India+2mintwww.ndtv.comReuters
Section 3: Government Response and Relief Measures
NDRF and local agencies launched rescue operations and established 38 relief camps. The administration issued traffic advisories, evacuation alerts, and redirected funeral services. Health teams are conducting fogging, delivering ORS and medicines, while public announcements urge residents to move to safer locations.The Times of India+3The Times of India+3The Times of India+3Reuters
Section 4: Historical Context and Ongoing Threat
With 2025’s monsoon marked by record-breaking rains, the Yamuna floods follow past incidents like the 2013 deluge. Despite forecasts of easing rain in upstream regions like Uttarakhand, continuous discharge from Hathnikund barrage and persistent rain clouds keep flood risks elevated.
