CM reviews flood situation, meets affected people

The Yamuna is flowing freely, with water moving downstream as swiftly as it enters its course in Delhi, says Rekha Gupta

- STATESMAN NEWS SERVICE New Delhi, 2 September

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday inspected the flood relief camp near Geeta Colony flyover in east Delhi and the Old Iron Bridge to review the Yamuna's water level and the condition of affected low-lying areas along the river.

The CM shared that to manage the flow of the river, most barricades on city-side drains have been closed, and based on current data, water levels are not expected to surpass past records.

According to Gupta, the river is flowing freely, with water moving downstream as swiftly as it enters the course in the city.

According to the Flood Control room, the river's water level was at 206.16 meters at 6 pm today, and may rise further, reaching up to 206.41 meters by 8 pm. The evacuation process of the families living in the low-lying areas of the floodplains to safer places and relief camps was underway.

As per government data, the warning level of the Yamuna is 204.50 meters, while the danger level is 205.33 meters, but in 2023, the highest flood level observed was at 208.66 meters.

The Chief Minister said that the situation in the capital is currently under control, adding that the maximum water released from the Hathni Kund Barrage is expected to reach Delhi by Tuesday evening.