Delhi Flood Update: Yamuna Water Levels Ebb Slightly as Relief Efforts Continue
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited flood-affected areas in the city on Saturday to review the ongoing situation. While the Yamuna river’s water level has dropped slightly, it still remains above the danger mark, causing concern for residents. In a show of support, she announced a Rs 5 crore aid package for flood victims in Punjab, which is also facing severe flooding.
“I pray for everyone’s safety and swift relief from this crisis,” CM Gupta said. “On behalf of Delhi, we are donating Rs 5 crore to the Punjab Relief Fund to help those affected.” She also spoke with Punjab’s Chief Minister and assured that Delhi is ready to assist further if needed.
The water level of the Yamuna in Delhi decreased to 206.47 meters at the Old Railway Bridge today, after several days of rising over the 207-meter mark. Despite this slight dip, the river’s flow still poses risks of flooding.
The floods have impacted over 18,000 people across Delhi. To help those affected, the government has set up 38 relief camps, and nearly 5,000 residents have been evacuated using boats in the East District. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams continue to assist with rescue and evacuation efforts from low-lying areas.
Delhi’s authorities are urging people to stay calm and avoid spreading rumors. “We are working closely with the government, NDRF, civic bodies, and social organizations to bring the situation under control,” said CM Gupta. Relief camps equipped with food, clean water, and sanitation facilities have been established in all affected districts.
Special teams are also helping to move people and their animals to safer places. In East Delhi, over 5,000 residents were evacuated by boats from the Yamuna floodplains, with divers and boatmen risking their lives to rescue both humans and animals such as cattle, goats, and dogs.
The Delhi government’s Irrigation Department is closely monitoring water release from the Okhla Barrage, coordinating with the Uttar Pradesh Irrigation Department to ensure water flows smoothly downstream. Meanwhile, some areas in South-West and North Delhi have experienced waterlogging due to drain damage in neighboring Haryana, prompting officials to act swiftly to restore proper drainage.
Delhi’s leadership is also involving the public in relief efforts. CM Gupta and BJP city President Virendra Sachdeva organized initiatives to collect relief materials from residents and distribute them to those in need. Relief operations have been expanded in flooded areas of North Delhi, including Yamuna Bazar, Kashmere Gate, Civil Lines, Tibetan Market, and Majnu Ka Tila, with the support of workers from the ruling party.
Sharing updates on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), CM Gupta said, “We held a high-level meeting to review flood situations across Delhi and the country, and to strengthen relief efforts.”
Authorities continue to work tirelessly to manage the flood crisis, ensuring the safety of residents and providing essential services during this challenging time.
