Delhi Floods News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Delhi BJP chief slams Atishi for misleading remarks on relief for flood-hit farmers
New Delhi, Sep 9: Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva on Tuesday strongly condemned the misleading and wrong statements made by Aam Aadmi Party leaders, including Leader of the Opposition Atishi, regarding the facilities in flood relief camps and compensation for farmers.
Flood-hit farmers in Delhi to get compensation soon: CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, Sep 9: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday announced that her government is preparing to provide compensation to farmers whose crops got damaged by rain and flood.
Yamuna flows below danger mark in Delhi
New Delhi, September 8: The water level of the Yamuna River in Delhi dropped below the danger mark in the early hours of Monday, bringing relief after several days of flooding concerns.
Days after breaching danger mark, Yamuna water level in Delhi recedes
New Delhi, September 8: The water level of the Yamuna river in Delhi dipped below the danger mark on Sunday night, giving much-needed relief after several days of concern.
Sirsa reviews free ration distribution among Delhi rain, flood-hit victims
New Delhi, Sep 7: As Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday reviewed the flood relief operations, Food and Supplies Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa assessed the status of ration distribution under the National Food Security Act (NFSA).
Delhi Congress seeks Rs 1 lakh per acre relief for flood-hit farmers
New Delhi, Sep 7: The Delhi Congress on Sunday demanded government compensation at the rate of Rs 1 lakh per acre for farmers of nearly 50 villages as their crops have been damaged in the current rains and Yamuna floods.
Yamuna water level at Old Railway Bridge falls to 205.47 metres
New Delhi, Sep 7: The Yamuna water level at Old Railway Bridge in north Delhi on Sunday continued to recede, with the level dropping to 205.47 metres at 3 p.m. and the Central Water Commission (CWC) forecasting a further drop later in the evening.
CM Rekha Gupta reviews Delhi flood situation; donates Rs 5 crore for relief in Punjab
New Delhi, Sep 6: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday reviewed the flood situation in the city as the Yamuna water level receded marginally but remained above the danger mark and announced an assistance of Rs 5 crore for calamity-hit victims in Punjab.
Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra inspects flood-affected areas near Old Yamuna bridge
New Delhi, September 6: Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra took stock of the rescue and relief operations at the flood-affected areas near the Old Yamuna bridge in the national capital.
18,000 people affected by Yamuna floods as Delhi govt sets up 35 relief camps
New Delhi, Sep 5: The Yamuna floods in the national capital have impacted nearly 18,000 people for whom the Delhi government has made 35 relief camps operational, an official said on Friday, adding that nearly 5,000 people were evacuated on boats in the East District.
Delhi CM ropes in city BJP workers for expanding flood relief
New Delhi, Sep 5: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and city BJP President Virendra Sachdeva on Friday finalised a strategy to collect flood relief materials from the public and deliver them to the needy, an effort aimed at supplementing the efforts of government agencies.
Powerlifting champion Mahant Gaurav Sharma extends help to yamuna flood victims
New Delhi, Sep 5: The rising waters of the Yamuna have once again disrupted life in New Delhi, submerging low-lying areas and forcing families into makeshift shelters.
Yamuna flood: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta reviews situation, orders prompt relief work
New Delhi, Sep 5: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday directed officials to monitor the Yamuna water level round-the-clock and ensure prompt safety and relief work to help those hit by flood in low-lying areas.
Kejriwal meets flood-affected families in Delhi, appeals Centre for swift support
New Delhi, Sep 5: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Friday visited the relief camps in the Shastri Park area, erected to accommodate the displaced and evacuated families from the Yamuna riverbanks, and met multiple families to take stock of their condition.
Delhi: Yamuna water submerges Shree Swaminarayan Mandir in Civil Lines
New Delhi, September 5: Following incessant heavy rainfall over the past few days, the River Yamuna overflowed and entered Shree Swaminarayan Mandir in Civil Lines. Several parts of the city are facing a flood-like situation.
Not right to say that Delhi is submerged...: Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma
New Delhi, September 5: Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma on Friday visited the Civil Lines area of Delhi for inspection and said that there was not even a drop of water in the whole area, adding that it was not right to portray the whole condition as if the national capital had submerged in the Yamuna River.
SpiceJet issues travel advisory amid bad weather in Delhi
New Delhi, September 4: SpiceJet airline has issued a travel advisory amid bad weather conditions in the national capital.
Cremations halted in Geeta Colony, Delhi, as floodwater entered region; no help from government, claim workers
New Delhi, September 4: Severe waterlogging was witnessed as water from the overflowing Yamuna river entered parts of the national capital on Thursday.
Situation under control, says Delhi Minister Manjinder Sirsa as Yamuna flows above danger mark
New Delhi, September 4: Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Thursday said that the government is fully prepared to deal with the rising water level of the Yamuna river following heavy rainfall and also assured that the situation is under control.
Road leading to Yamuna Bank Metro station becomes inaccessible due to rising Yamuna water levels, says DMRC
New Delhi, September 4: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) on Thursday announced that due to the escalating water levels of the Yamuna River, the approach road leading to the Yamuna Bank Metro Station was currently inaccessible. DMRC advised the passengers to plan their journeys accordingly and consider alternate routes.
Delhi: Yamuna water level drops, but continues to flow above danger mark
New Delhi, September 4: As Delhi grapples with severe flooding in many parts of the city due to heavy rain, a slight decline was reported in the water levels of the Yamuna River.
Heavy rain batters Delhi-NCR; Yamuna flows above danger mark, residents shifted to safer areas
New Delhi, September 3: Heavy rain lashed parts of Delhi and the NCR on Wednesday afternoon, causing traffic congestion and waterlogging in low-lying areas, and the Yamuna once again flowing above the danger mark.
Heavy flooding in Delhi; relief camps set up in affected areas
New Delhi, Sep 3: Yamuna River’s water level in Delhi rose to 207.41 metres at 9 PM on Wednesday, marking the third-highest level ever recorded in the capital. The rising water has triggered massive flooding across several low-lying areas along the riverbanks, severely impacting both residential and commercial localities.
Swati Maliwal visits flood-hit Yamuna bazar, donates one-month salary to Punjab relief fund
New Delhi, Sep 3: MP Swati Maliwal on Wednesday visited flood-affected areas of the national capital, including Yamuna Bazar, ITO and Shastri Park, and expressed concern over the worsening situation caused by rising water levels of the Yamuna River.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta meets flood victims, reviews relief operations
New Delhi, Sep 2: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday inspected the flood relief camp near Geeta Colony Flyover and the Old Iron Bridge to review the Yamuna’s water level and the condition of affected areas as the river flowed near the danger mark.
Delhi Authorities initiate rescue operation to save farmers stranded in low lying areas
New Delhi September 2: As Delhi continues to grapple with heavy rainfall, city authorities have initiated a rescue operation to save farmers who are stranded in the fields at Burari on Tuesday.
Orange alert in Gurugram: Schools go online, offices advised to allow work from home
Gurugram, September 2: With heavy rainfall flooding large parts of Gurugram and bringing traffic to a standstill, authorities have urged corporate offices to let employees work from home and directed schools to shift to online classes as the city struggles with severe waterlogging.
Delhi: Authorities order closure of Old Railway Bridge amid flood risk
New Delhi, September 1: In view of the flood situation, the Authorities have directed the closure of traffic and public movement on the bridge over the Yamuna River, effective from 5:00 PM on September 2, 2025, in response to a flood advisory issued by the Central Water Commission (CWC).
Delhi: Yamuna crosses danger mark, flows above 205.33 metres
New Delhi, September 1: The water level of the Yamuna river in Delhi crossed the danger mark on Sunday morning. The warning mark for the city is 204.50 metres, while the danger mark is 205.33 metres. Evacuation of people starts at 206 metres.
Delhi: Yamuna crosses danger level mark, flows above 205.33 metres
New Delhi, August 31: The water level of Delhi's Yamuna crossed the danger mark on Sunday morning. The warning mark for the city is 204.50 metres, while the danger mark is 205.33 metres, and evacuation of people starts at 206 metres.
Flood relief camps set up in Delhi's Mayur Vihar as Yamuna crosses danger level
New Delhi, August 28: A flood relief camp has been set up in Delhi's Mayur Vihar as the water level of the River Yamuna crossed the danger mark on Wednesday. The rising water level of the Yamuna is due to continuous heavy rainfall in Delhi. Delhi has been experiencing rainfall for the past few days.
New Delhi: Yamuna river continues to flow near danger mark
New Delhi, August 26: The Yamuna river in New Delhi continues to flow near the danger mark, as visuals from the Old Yamuna bridge showed water level close to the 205-metre mark.
Delhi: Authorities set up flood relief camps in Mayur Vihar area amid rising Yamuna level
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.
Yamuna river flows close to danger mark in Delhi
New Delhi, August 21: The Yamuna River in the national capital is flowing close to the danger level.
Available 24x7 to residents facing flooding near Yamuna: Delhi CM
New Delhi, Aug 19: After meeting residents of the marooned Yamuna Bazar colony, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Tuesday that she is answerable to the city’s citizens in trouble and is available 24x7 for them.
Delhi CM Gupta takes stock of flood-affected areas, assures all possible help
New Delhi, Aug 19: As rising water levels in the Yamuna continue to flood parts of Delhi, including Yamuna Bazar and nearby low-lying areas, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday visited the affected regions to assess the situation and review the flood preparedness measures.
Delhi's Yamuna Bazar flooded as river swells; residents struggle without food, shelter
New Delhi, Aug 19: Rising Yamuna water levels have flooded Delhi's Yamuna Bazar and surrounding areas, forcing residents to abandon their homes and take shelter in temporary tents or on rooftops.
Water should recede in a day or two, says Delhi CM Rekha Gupta after visiting residential areas where Yamuna was overflowing
New Delhi, August 19: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the residential area at Yamuna Bazaar, where water from the overflowing Yamuna River has entered and assured that there is no flood-like situation in Delhi and the water level will drop within one to two days.
Won't let flood-like situation arise in Delhi: CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, Aug 18: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday assured that no flood-like situation would arise in the city even as she carried out an extensive review of flood management and preparedness at the Yamuna and adjoining areas in the national capital.
Delhi: Yamuna River flows below danger level mark
New Delhi, August 10: The Yamuna River in the national capital was flowing below the danger mark on Sunday morning. The information from Loha Pul showed that the river is flowing below the 204.20-metre mark.