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The Delhi government has issued an urgent flood alert as water levels in the Yamuna River are predicted to cross the danger mark. This follows the release of over 29,000 cusecs of water from the Hathnikund Barrage on Monday morning. Officials have been instructed to maintain strict vigilance and patrol vulnerable low-lying areas continuously. Meanwhile, flood relief camps have already been established in Mayur Vihar to accommodate residents who may need to evacuate their homes.

Key Points: Delhi Issues Flood Alert as Yamuna River Nears Danger Level

  • Yamuna River expected to exceed 206.50m danger level at Old Railway Bridge
  • Police and flood department staff to patrol embankments round-the-clock
  • Residents near river embankments being warned and shifted to safer locations
  • Flood relief camps already set up in Mayur Vihar area for evacuation
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Delhi govt issues flood alert after release of 29,313 cusecs of water from Hathnikund Barrage

Delhi government warns of rising Yamuna River levels after Hathnikund Barrage releases 29,313 cusecs water. Flood relief camps activated in low-lying areas.

"All Sector Officers are hereby advised to keep strict vigil in their respective areas - Delhi Government Order"

New Delhi, September 1

The Delhi government has issued a flood alert as the water level of the Yamuna River is expected to exceed the danger level after the release of 29,313 cusecs of water from Hathnikund Barrage on Monday morning.

Officials were instructed to maintain strict vigilance, along with patrolling in low-lying areas.

"As the water level of ORB (Delhi Old Railway Bridge) may cross the danger level and is likely to exceed 206.50m, a CWC advisory may be expected soon. So, all the Sector Officers are hereby advised to keep a strict vigil in their respective areas and to take necessary action at vulnerable points, such as people residing within the river embankments, shall be warned and shifted to safer places," a Delhi government order said.

"The police and the staff of 1&FC Department would undertake patrolling along right and left marginal embankments and keep vigil round the clock on the vulnerable points, regulators/pumps, etc. as required," it added.

On Thursday, a flood relief camp was set up in Delhi's Mayur Vihar, as the water level of the River Yamuna had crossed the danger mark the previous day.

"These tents are set up for people living near the river; they will come out and live in these tents when the flood comes," Ashok, a resident of Mayur Vihar, told ANI about these flood relief camps.

Meanwhile, IMD, on Sunday, said that India has recorded one of its highest rainfall levels in decades during August 2025, with exceptional showers across several states.

Addressing a virtual press conference in the national capital, IMD Director General Mrityunjay Mohapatra emphasised that monsoon activity revived strongly in the second half of the month and is expected to extend into September with above-normal rainfall.

"Rainfall over all of India for the month of August is 268.1 mm, which is the seventh highest since 2001 and the 45th rank since 1901. Rainfall over north-west India for the month of August is 265.0 mm, which is the highest since 2001 and the 13th rank since 1901. Rainfall over South India (250.6 mm), which is the third highest since 2001 and eighth highest since 1901," the IMD DG said in a press conference.

The IMD explained that the rapid revival of the monsoon from August 14 played a crucial role. "Active to vigorous monsoon conditions prevailed during the second half of August 2025 due to the formation of four low-pressure systems with a total of fifteen days," Mohapatra said.

- ANI

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Priya S
Living in Mayur Vihar and we can already see the water levels rising. The relief camps are necessary but the government should focus on permanent solutions for flood-prone areas.
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Ashwin V
Record rainfall this August explains the situation. Climate change is making monsoons more unpredictable. We need better infrastructure to handle these extreme weather events.
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Sarah B
As someone who experienced the 2023 Delhi floods, I appreciate the early warning system this time. Timely alerts can save lives and property. Stay safe everyone!
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Karthik V
The real issue is encroachment on Yamuna floodplains. We keep building where we shouldn't and then act surprised when nature reclaims its space. Need long-term urban planning.
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Meera T
Hope the relief camps have proper facilities - clean water, sanitation, and medical aid. Last time there were complaints about basic amenities. Authorities should ensure proper arrangements.

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