Heavy rainfall and the release of water from upstream barrages have pushed the Yamuna River above the danger mark in Delhi, triggering floods across several low-lying areas. From cremation grounds and temples to major roads and markets, the capital is battling widespread waterlogging and disruption.
Nigambodh Ghat Flooded, Machines Deployed
Delhi’s oldest and busiest cremation ground, Nigambodh Ghat, remains waterlogged as the Yamuna continues to swell. The area has been shut down, and pumping machines have been installed in an effort to clear floodwater.
WATCH | Nigambodh Ghat under water as cremations halt
Swaminarayan Mandir in Civil Lines Inundated
Floodwaters from the Yamuna have entered Shree Swaminarayan Mandir in Civil Lines, leaving the temple premises submerged. Several parts of the neighborhood are witnessing a flood-like situation following days of incessant rainfall.
VIDEO | Floodwater enters Swaminarayan Mandir, Civil Lines
Waterlogging Near Secretariat
Government offices are also feeling the impact, with severe waterlogging near the Secretariat. Commuters faced difficulty reaching offices as knee-deep water stretched across key routes.
WATCH | Secretariat roads waterlogged after heavy rains
Yamuna Rises at Old Railway Bridge
At Delhi’s Old Railway Bridge, the Yamuna was measured at 207.31 metres at 8 am on Friday, slightly lower than Thursday’s peak of 207.48 metres. Officials expect water levels to gradually decline during the day, but caution remains high.
WATCH | Old Railway Bridge visuals as Yamuna crosses danger mark
Old Iron Bridge (Loha Pul) Under Watch
Drone visuals from Loha Pul (Old Iron Bridge) show the river flowing furiously above danger level. Authorities have urged people to stay away from the swollen waters as rescue and relief teams remain on alert.
VIDEO | Yamuna in spate at Loha Pul
Traffic Chaos Near ISBT Kashmere Gate
Flooding has led to heavy traffic congestion near ISBT Kashmere Gate, causing major delays for office-goers and buses leaving the terminal.
WATCH | Traffic jam near Kashmere Gate amid flood-like situation
Bhola Ghat in Kalindi Kunj Submerged
At Bhola Ghat in Kalindi Kunj, water from the Yamuna has inundated the area, leaving it completely submerged. Visuals from Kalindi Kunj show surrounding residential colonies also flooded.
VIDEO | Kalindi Kunj and Bhola Ghat under floodwater
Monastery Market and Vasudev Ghat Hit Hard
Low-lying zones such as Monastery Market and Vasudev Ghat are among the worst-hit areas. Drone shots show streets submerged, while authorities have deployed machines at Vasudev Ghat to pump out water.
WATCH | Monastery Market goes under water, Vasudev Ghat flooded
All Gates Of Okhla Barrage Opened
In response to the rising river levels, all gates of Okhla Barrage have been opened to regulate water flow. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely to prevent further inundation downstream.
VIDEO | Okhla Barrage gates opened as Yamuna surges
Mayur Vihar Flooded, Relief Camps Set Up
In Mayur Vihar, floodwaters have entered several residential pockets. Relief camps have been set up for affected families as drone visuals show houses and streets submerged.
WATCH | Drone shots from Mayur Vihar, relief camps in place
Signature Bridge Surrounded by Swollen Yamuna
Aerial visuals from Signature Bridge highlight the scale of the flooding, with the Yamuna spreading far beyond its usual course. The popular landmark now overlooks floodplains turned into vast pools of water.
VIDEO | Drone visuals from Signature Bridge
IMD Forecast: More Rain Ahead
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a generally cloudy sky with moderate rainfall in Delhi on Friday. The minimum temperature was recorded at 23.7°C, nearly two degrees below normal, while the maximum is expected to hover around 33°C.
Rainfall recorded in the past 24 hours:
Safdarjung: 7.6 mm
Palam: 13.3 mm
Lodi Road: 3.2 mm
Ridge: 5.2 mm
Aya Nagar: No rainfall
Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 67 this morning, which falls in the satisfactory category.
Authorities Urge Caution
District officials have urged residents of low-lying areas to move to safer zones and avoid swimming or boating in the swollen Yamuna. Rescue teams remain deployed as the river continues to threaten parts of the city.
WATCH | Rescue operations underway in flood-affected Delhi
Authorities have installed pumping machines at several ghats, including Vasudev Ghat and Nigam Bodh Ghat, to drain water. Residents in flood-prone areas have been shifted to relief camps as a precautionary measure.
Traffic movement too has taken a hit, with heavy congestion reported around ISBT Kashmere Gate and other key stretches.
Weather and Rainfall in Delhi
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi is expected to see a generally cloudy sky with moderate rain on Friday. The minimum temperature was recorded at 23.7°C, nearly two degrees below normal, while the maximum is likely to settle around 33°C. Relative humidity stood at 87% at 8:30 am.
Rainfall in the past 24 hours has varied across the city: Palam received 13.3 mm, Safdarjung logged 7.6 mm, Ridge 5.2 mm, Lodi Road 3.2 mm, while Aya Nagar recorded no rain.
The weather office has issued a yellow alert for Delhi and surrounding states, warning of more intense rainfall in the coming days. Between September 5 and 7, parts of Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand are likely to witness very heavy rain. Central and southern states, including Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Goa, Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, are also bracing for heavy showers.
Rising Risk, Growing Concerns
From the mountains to the plains, the monsoon’s fury has disrupted normal life across much of the country. With rivers breaching their danger marks and floodwaters entering homes, shops, and even temples like the Shree Swaminarayan Mandir in Civil Lines, the threat to life and property is mounting.