The monsoon rains have severely affected lives and livelihoods in North India. On Saturday,light rains continued throughout the day in Delhi-NCR and nearby areas. This caused heavy traffic jams as waterlogging hit several roads. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an alert for light to heavy rains in multiple states, including Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar. Authorities remain on high alert as weather conditions could worsen. Commuters faced long delays, and emergency teams were deployed in several locations to manage the impact of the downpour.
Heavy Rain Triggers Flood Alert in Uttar Pradesh
Continuous rainfall in the mountains has made river floods deadly in Uttar Pradesh. Water levels in rivers across Chandauli, Mau, Farrukhabad, Kannauj, and Hapur have reached alarming heights. Authorities have issued alerts for low-lying areas and evacuated residents living near water bodies. Local administrations are monitoring the situation closely and have deployed rescue teams. Boats and relief materials have been kept ready to respond to emergencies. Schools in some affected districts have been temporarily closed as a precautionary measure. The rising water levels continue to threaten nearby villages, prompting urgent warnings to residents to move to safer places.
Ganga and Boodhi Gandak Rivers Flood Parts of Bihar
In Bihar, floods have worsened after the Ganges and Boodhi Gandak Rivers entered several regions. The Ganges water level is rising rapidly, submerging many areas. In Khagaria district, the Ganges at Khara Dhar Jaldwar flows 2.04 meters above the danger mark, while the Boodhi Gandak at the NH-31 bridge in Aghori flows 1.73 meters above danger level. Seventeen panchayats in the district are affected. Authorities are providing food, water, and medical help to flood-hit families. Evacuation operations are ongoing in the worst-affected zones as the floodwater continues to damage homes, roads, and farmlands across the state.
Yamuna River Nears Danger Mark in Delhi
The Yamuna River’s water level in Delhi has started rising quickly after heavy discharge from the Hathnikund barrage. Authorities have launched precautionary measures to handle the situation. People in low-lying areas have been advised to shift to safer places immediately. Relief camps are being prepared, and officials are conducting inspections in vulnerable regions. Boats have been stationed for emergency use, and teams are on standby for rescue operations. The administration has urged citizens to follow safety advisories as water levels may rise further if heavy rainfall continues in the upstream regions over the next few days.
