Delhi flood: Water persists in Yamuna’s adjoining areas, IMD predicts more rains

Jul 15, 2023

New Delhi, July 15 (ANI): Delhi continued to witness a flood-like situation on July 15 in several low-lying areas even as the water level in the Yamuna River is witnessing a slight decline. Incessant rainfall has led to waterlogged roads and flood-like situations in many areas of the national capital. Major roads at ITO, Shanti Van, Rajghat, and other low-lying areas near Yamuna continued to remain flooded and commuters could be seen facing inconvenience to reach their destination. The water level of River Yamuna was recorded at 207.98 meters at 11 pm on July 14 at the Old Railway Bridge. Although the rain was stopped, the release of water from Hathnikund Barrage in neighbouring Haryana continued, leading to the prevailing situation in the national capital. According to the Delhi Government, 25,478 people have been evacuated so far and 22,803 people are residing in tents or shelters. Meanwhile, raising alarms for Delhiites, India Meteorological Department (IMD) once again predicted light to moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms for the next 4-5 days in Delhi.