The Situation is under control and water level is going down said CM Rekha Gupta

The Yamuna river in Delhi crossed the danger mark on Tuesday morning, with the water level rising to 205.79 metres at the Old Railway Bridge, just short of the 206-metre evacuation threshold. The river had already breached the 205.33-metre danger mark on Monday afternoon, reaching 205.55 metres, and has been climbing steadily since then. Officials said the rise is primarily due to high discharge volumes from the Hathnikund and Wazirabad barrages.

According to the flood control department, Hathnikund is currently releasing about 38,361 cusecs of water per hour, while Wazirabad is discharging nearly 68,230 cusecs. Water released from upstream takes 48 to 50 hours to reach the national capital, making even moderate discharges a potential risk for low-lying areas.

The Old Railway Bridge remains a critical observation point for monitoring flood risks. The warning level for Delhi is 204.50 metres, the danger level is 205.33 metres, and evacuation protocols are triggered at 206 metres.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited flood-affected areas in Yamuna Bazaar on Tuesday, assuring residents that the situation is under control and the water level is expected to recede within a day or two. She inspected flood management and preparedness measures, interacted with locals, and reviewed relief efforts. Gupta stated that although the Yamuna River’s water level reached 205.79 meters, slightly below the evacuation mark of 206 meters, there is no flood-like situation in Delhi. The administration has set up medical relief camps, provided food and water, and distributed solar panels to ensure electricity. Gupta urged residents to relocate to safer areas, but many have chosen to stay back.