Key Points

The Yamuna River in Delhi is flowing dangerously close to the 205-meter mark, keeping authorities on high alert. District officials have established temporary relief camps in Mayur Vihar area schools for residents near the riverbanks. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited affected areas and assured that the situation remains under control despite the rising waters. The increased water levels follow the opening of all Hathinikund Barrage gates in Haryana after continuous rainfall.

Key Points: Delhi Flood Relief Camps Set Up in Mayur Vihar Amid Rising Yamuna

  • Yamuna River flowing close to danger mark at 205 meters
  • Drone images show water levels near Loha Pul bridge
  • Relief camps set up in schools for evacuated residents
  • All 18 gates of Hathinikund Barrage opened due to rains
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Delhi: Authorities set up flood relief camps in Mayur Vihar area amid rising Yamuna level

Delhi authorities establish flood relief camps in Mayur Vihar as Yamuna River nears danger mark. CM Rekha Gupta assures situation is under control with food and medical aid.

"The situation is under control. The water level was close to 206 m in the morning, but it has not crossed this mark yet. - Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, August 23

Amidst the rising level of the Yamuna River in Delhi, flood relief camps have been set up by the District Magistrate (East) in the Mayur Vihar area.

The Yamuna River in the national capital continued to flow close to the danger mark on Friday. Drone images from Loha Pul on Friday showed the water flowing close to the danger level.

Visuals from Loha Pul on Thursday also showed the water close to the 205 m mark. The river has so far crossed the danger level only once, and the overflowing river water reached the residential areas. But the change in water level of the river has kept the authorities on their toes. The administration has set up temporary camps in schools for people living near the Yamuna camp.

On Wednesday, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the residential area at Yamuna Bazaar, where water from the overflowing Yamuna River had entered, and assured that there is no flood-like situation in Delhi and the water level will drop within one to two days.

After assessing the affected area, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said, "The situation is under control. The water level was close to 206 m in the morning, but it has not crossed this mark yet. The water should recede in a day or two. We are providing food and water, as well as a medical facility here. There is no flood situation in Delhi."

She said that the administration has made arrangements in school for those who want to go to a safer location, providing them with a place to stay and food, as well as all the necessary help in the affected area.CM Gupta visited the affected area to analyse the situation and talk to the people living in the area.

The Yamuna River is flowing close to the danger mark after all 18 gates of Hathinikund Barrage in Haryana's Yamunanagar were opened on Sunday due to rising water level after continuous rain.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see relief camps being set up quickly. My cousin lives in Mayur Vihar and they've been moved to a school. At least basic facilities are being provided. Hope the water recedes soon! 🙏
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Arjun K
Haryana opening all barrage gates affects Delhi every time. There should be better coordination between states for water management. This is becoming an annual problem now.
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Sarah B
Appreciate the CM visiting the affected areas personally. Leadership during crises matters. Hope the medical facilities and food arrangements are adequate for all affected families.
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Vikram M
The real issue is encroachment on Yamuna floodplains. We keep building where we shouldn't and then act surprised when nature reminds us. Long-term solution needed, not just temporary relief.
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Meera T
Praying for everyone's safety. Monsoon season always brings these challenges. Hope the administration continues monitoring the situation and provides timely help to those in need. ❤️

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