Flood-Like Situation Looms Over Delhi as Yamuna River Crosses Danger Mark Again
A flood-like situation again looms over Delhi, as the water level of Yamuna river in the national capital yet again breached the danger mark of 205.33 metres. The Central Water Commission reported that the peak level reached 205.75m at 6am on Sunday at Delhi Railway Bridge.
The update also warned that the water level is expected to breach 206.7 metres by 4pm on Sunday, which is the level at which people are evacuated from low-lying neighbourhoods close to the river. The Central Water Commission stated that the water level is likely to remain steady after breaching this mark.
Till 10pm on Saturday, the river’s peak level was at 205.02 metres, just shy of the danger mark. The water released from the Hathnikund barrage in Haryana took roughly 36 hours to reach the national capital.
The Delhi government has been on high alert due to the discharge of over 2 lakh cusecs of water from the barrage. Delhi revenue minister Atishi said, “The situation has sparked concern, prompting the government to take proactive measures to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents.”
To tackle the situation, the authorities have ensured adequate preparations in the central district, eastern district, and areas like Yamuna Bazar and Yamuna Khadar, according to the minister.
Officials also warned that the Yamuna water level in Delhi is likely to impact relief and rehabilitation work in the flood-affected low-lying areas of the capital.
Meanwhile, in Ghaziabad, at least 1,000 people were evacuated since Friday evening after the Hindon river’s flow increased by 10,575 cusecs in the last 48 hours, flooding upstream areas near Raj Nagar Extension. The authorities have also started fanning out to localities close to the river after states upstream, including Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, received heavy rainfall, bringing back the threat of floods.
Parts of the national capital have been grappling with waterlogging and flooding for more than a week now. The city received 125% of its monthly rainfall quota in just two days earlier this month.
News Summary:
- The water level of Yamuna river in Delhi has breached the danger mark, reaching a peak level of 205.75m.
- The Central Water Commission warns that the water level is expected to breach 206.7 metres by 4pm on Sunday.
- The Delhi government is on high alert and has taken proactive measures to ensure the safety of residents.
- In Ghaziabad, 1,000 people have been evacuated due to increased flow in the Hindon river.
- The threat of floods remains as upstream states receive heavy rainfall.
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