With the Yamuna River flowing close to the danger mark, Delhi authorities have set up flood relief camps in the Mayur Vihar area to assist residents living along the riverbanks. The camps, arranged by the District Magistrate (East), have been set up in schools to provide shelter, food, and medical facilities.
Drone visuals from Loha Pul on Friday showed the Yamuna’s water level nearing the danger mark of 205 metres. The river, which has crossed the threshold only once this season, has already caused waterlogging in some residential areas, prompting heightened vigilance from the administration.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited Yamuna Bazaar on Wednesday, where water from the swollen river had entered homes. She assured residents that “there is no flood-like situation in Delhi,” noting that the water level was close to 206 metres in the morning but had not crossed it. “The water should recede in a day or two. We are ensuring food, water, and medical facilities are available, along with safe accommodation for those who wish to move to relief camps,” she said.
The Yamuna’s rise follows the opening of all 18 gates of the Hathinikund Barrage in Haryana’s Yamunanagar on Sunday after continuous rainfall. Authorities remain on alert as the water level continues to hover near the danger line.
