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Heavy discharge of water from the Hathnikund Barrage has pushed the river level to 206 metres at the Old Railway Bridge today.
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The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) ordered the closure of traffic movement on the Old Railway Bridge from Tuesday evening, as the Yamuna River has reached the evacuation mark of 206 metres. Heavy discharge of water from the Hathnikund Barrage has pushed the river level to 206 metres at the Old Railway Bridge today.
Notably, the warning mark for Delhi is 204.50 metres, while the danger mark is 205.33 metres. Evacuation begins once the water level reaches 206 metres.
“In view of possible flooding in the Yamuna River due to increase in its level beyond the danger mark, you are hereby directed to close down the traffic and public movement on the bridge with effect from September 2 at 5 PM,” the DDMA order read.
VIDEO | After incessant heavy rains in Delhi-NCR, the Yamuna River has risen and crossed the danger mark.Visuals from Loha Pul (Old Iron Bridge) – the bridge is ordered to be closed from today evening as water levels approach the evacuation mark of 206 meters.#DelhiRains… pic.twitter.com/mjRlTpeTsG
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 2, 2025
In view of the rising water level, the authorities have advised people living in the Yamuna floodplain of Delhi to move to safety. A heavy discharge of water from the Hathnikund Barrage led to the Yamuna swelling at the Old Railway Bridge (ORB) on Monday.
Around 15,000 people reside in low-lying areas across six districts of Delhi, while around 5,000 people stay in the floodplain. The Old Railway Bridge serves as a key observation point for tracking the river’s flow and potential flood risks.
Massive Traffic Jams In Delhi
Heavy rainfall in Delhi has triggered significant traffic congestion, particularly at the Delhi-Gurugram border, and raised concerns about potential flooding along the Yamuna River.
Additionally, the national capital is also facing disruptions in flight operations, prompting airlines to issue travel advisories.
Authorities are on high alert, implementing measures to manage the flood risk and ensure public safety.
Meanwhile, IMD has forecasted cloudy skies in Delhi from September 2 to 4, with light rain/thundershowers expected daily. On September 2, moderate rain is possible at isolated places, with maximum temperatures of 30-32°C and minimums of 21-23°C (3-5°C below normal), accompanied by southeast winds at 15-20 kmph in the morning, under 22 kmph in the afternoon, and below 16 kmph by evening.
(With agency inputs)
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