Delhi Heavy Rain: Alert for heavy rain in Delhi for two days, funeral rites stopped at Nigambodh Ghat, traffic advisory issued

Delhi Heavy Rain: The water level of Yamuna river in the national capital Delhi reached 207.33 meters by Wednesday evening, which has crossed the record level of 2013. The Central Water Commission has issued a warning that the water level may reach 207.40 meters by 8 pm tonight, which has further deepened the threat of floods in the low-lying areas of Delhi. Many areas have already been submerged in water, due to which life has been badly affected.

Funerals stopped at Nigambodh Ghat

Delhi's largest crematorium, Nigambodh Ghat, has been hit by floods. The situation has become so serious that the process of cremation at the ghat has had to be stopped. On normal days, 55 to 60 funerals take place here every day, but the rise in the Yamuna has cooled the fire of the pyres. Locals say that such a scene has not been seen in decades.

Heavy rain and Meteorological Department's alert

The Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert of heavy rain in Delhi for the next two days. Incessant rains have led to waterlogging on roads in Safdarjung, Kashmiri Gate, Connaught Place, India Gate and other major areas. According to Flightradar24, flight operations at Delhi airport have also been affected. As of 5 pm on Wednesday, 273 departures and 73 arrivals were delayed.

Flood on roads, traffic badly affected

The rising water level of Yamuna has not spared Delhi roads either. Only one lane is operational in an area of ​​about 500 meters on the road from ISBT towards Delhi Vidhan Sabha. Yamuna water has also flooded one lane on the road towards Nigambodh Ghat. Traffic on the Outer Ring Road from Majnu Ka Tila to Salimgarh bypass is completely stalled.

Traffic advisory

The Delhi Police has issued a traffic advisory and implemented traffic diversion at Wazirabad-Signature Bridge and Chandgi Ram Akhara-IP College red light. Travelers have been advised to avoid these routes and use alternative routes. They have also been appealed to avoid roadside parking and follow the instructions of traffic personnel.

Challenge for Delhiites

The Yamuna's rise and heavy rains have posed an unprecedented challenge to Delhiites. The administration and disaster management teams are engaged in relief and rescue work, but it may take some time for the situation to return to normal. Delhiites are being appealed to take necessary precautions and follow the guidelines of the administration.