Delhi-NCR Rains: Traffic Chaos in Noida, Gurugram and Ghaziabad; flood alert along Yamuna plains

Heavy rains in Delhi have caused significant traffic congestion on the Delhi-Greater Noida Expressway. Commuters are facing long delays as waterlogging and reduced visibility have slowed down traffic, with many vehicles struggling to move. 

At 6:00 PM, 1,42,000 cusecs of water were diverted from the Hathnikund Barrage, but by 8:00 PM, water levels began rising again. As of now, 1,71,000 cusecs have been discharged into the Yamuna River.

Due to heavy rainfall and the ongoing weather conditions, school holidays have been declared for tomorrow in Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, and various parts of Punjab. Authorities have taken this precautionary step to ensure the safety of students and minimize disruptions caused by the downpour.

Heavy rains in Delhi have led to flooding in the Majnu Ka Tila area, forcing residents and shopkeepers to move their belongings to safer locations.

Due to the continuous rainfall and flooding in the region, the District Magistrate of Gautam Buddh Nagar has ordered the closure of schools on the 3rd of September. This decision comes in response to the ongoing heavy rains affecting Delhi-NCR.

The water level of the Yamuna River has risen well above the danger mark and is nearing the iron bridge, prompting the placement of boulders on the bridge as a precaution.

The iron bridge connecting Kashmiri Gate to Geeta Colony has been closed. Traffic police have set up barricades and blocked all movement on the bridge. A banner placed above the barricades states that the road is closed ahead due to waterlogging.

As of 6:00 PM on September 2, 2025, the water level at the Old Railway Bridge (ORB) stood at 206.16 meters. The discharge from Hathni Kund Barrage was recorded at 1,42,024 cusecs, while Wazirabad Barrage discharged 83,300 cusecs and Okhla Barrage released 1,02,444 cusecs, indicating a high influx of water contributing to the rising Yamuna levels in Delhi.

Following heavy rainfall overnight in areas across the Yamuna river, water has breached homes in low-lying regions, forcing residents to evacuate. A local official stated, “We are continuously urging residents to evacuate flood-prone areas. All district magistrates have been instructed to remain on high alert for any flood-like situation.” In areas such as Mayur Vihar and nearby colonies, floodwaters submerged the streets and left furniture soaked inside homes. As the water levels continue to rise, residents are reluctantly leaving their homes, carrying whatever belongings they can, while uncertainty looms in the wake of the growing crisis.

Yamuna breaches evacuation mark; CM says govt fully prepared With high volumes of water being released from Wazirabad and Hathnikund barrages, the Yamuna River in Delhi crossed the evacuation mark for the first time this year and water entered several low-lying areas along its banks, forcing people to move to safer places.

Delhi experienced intermittent rainfall on Monday, with the major weather stations recording 37.8 mm of rainfall until 8:30 AM. Lodhi Road recorded 35.2 mm of rain, while other areas saw even higher rainfall levels. According to data, Ayanagar recorded 95 mm, and Palam received 57.4 mm of rain.

Drone footage from Loha Pul reveals the rising Yamuna River flowing above the danger mark due to continuous rainfall since yesterday. According to the Shahdara District Magistrate, traffic and public movement on Loha Pul have been suspended as a precaution against the increasing water levels.

Ghaziabad district administration has announced a holiday for all schools from Nursery to Class 12 on Tuesday, September 3, due to heavy rainfall in the region. The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students, teachers, and school staff amid adverse weather conditions.

As the Yamuna River's water level continues to rise rapidly, residents of the Mayur Vihar Khadar area have begun evacuating their homes and relocating to relief camps set up by the authorities for their safety.

All gates of the Okhla Barrage have been opened as continuous rainfall in the capital has caused the Yamuna River to swell and flow above the danger mark.

Showers returned to several parts of Delhi-NCR, including Ghaziabad, on Tuesday, just hours after Gurugram’s weather warning was downgraded from a red alert to an orange alert. The rainfall brought some relief to the region, but authorities continue to monitor the situation closely due to ongoing weather uncertainties.

Officials have issued a heavy rainfall alert in several Haryana districts, including Yamunanagar, Panipat, Sonipat, and Faridabad. Villages located in the Yamuna’s catchment area are under close monitoring as precautionary measures are being taken to address potential flood risks.

The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Ghaziabad and Gautam Buddha Nagar district, including Noida, warning of heavy rainfall exceeding 15mm per hour. The alert remains in effect until 5:40 PM.

Due to rising water levels in the Yamuna, the Old Iron Bridge will be closed for all traffic and public movement from 4:00 PM on Tuesday until further notice. Traffic will be diverted via Hanuman Setu, Raja Ram Kohli Marg, and Geeta Colony Road. Commuters are advised to avoid the Old Iron Bridge and adjoining stretches, use public transport, and plan their travel with sufficient time.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inspected the situation at Loha Pul, where the Yamuna River has crossed the danger mark.  

In response to the rising water levels of the Yamuna River, which crossed the danger mark on Tuesday following heavy rainfall, flood preparedness efforts are in full swing across Delhi. Authorities have begun placing sandbags along the riverbanks as a precautionary measure to prevent overflow and protect nearby low-lying areas. Emergency teams remain on alert as the situation continues to develop.

IMD on Tuesday issued a fresh alert for the national capital and Gurugram. 

In Yamunanagar, Haryana, Chief Engineer of the Irrigation Department, Nitish Jain, conducted an inspection of the Hathnikund Barrage amid growing flood concerns. He stated that the barrage has a maximum discharge capacity of 9.95 lakh cusecs, and currently, around 2.07 lakh cusecs of water have been released. The significant outflow is expected to add to the already critical flood situation in Delhi, especially with the Yamuna River flowing above the danger mark. Authorities in downstream areas are on high alert as water levels continue to rise.

As heavy rain continues to lash Delhi-NCR, people in Gurugram continue to face problems as parts of the city witnessed waterlogging after heavy rains in Delhi-NCR. Visuals from Sector 10 show severe water accumulation disrupting normal life.

Waterlogging continues in several parts of Delhi-NCR, Gurugram, as incessant rains continue to lash the city. 

Even as much of Gurugram begins to recover from Monday’s deluge, the Sheetla Mata Mandir road in the Sadar Red Light area remains heavily waterlogged. One side of the road is still completely submerged, forcing vehicles to slowly pass through the narrow usable section. Traffic police are on the ground, guiding vehicles cautiously through the congested stretch. Despite their efforts, auto-rickshaws are frequently getting stuck in the deep puddles and uneven patches.

Leakage witnessed from the ceiling of Signature Tower Chowk Underpass in Gurugram, following heavy rainfall throughout Delhi NCR.

IMD on Tuesday issued a moderate rainfall forecast for Delhi-NCR. The air quality index was recorded in the 'satisfactory' category at 50 at 9 am.

After relentless rain on Monday led to severe waterlogging and hours-long traffic jams in Gurugram, the situation began to improve overnight as the district administration worked through the night using pumps and machinery to clear stagnant water. While most major roads are now accessible, traces of water can still be seen along road edges in certain areas, though conditions are far better than yesterday. A field report by India TV from Rajiv Chowk shows some water still collected on the roadside. A Tata 407 truck was seen towing a broken-down vehicle from the stretch. Many bikers and auto drivers, who were stuck in traffic from 8 PM until 4 AM, say that the situation has now considerably improved. Key routes including Delhi to Gurugram and Gurugram to Alwar are running smooth, with no visible waterlogging.

As heavy rainfall continues to lash North India, Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra remained suspended for the 8th consecutive day. 

Authorities have advised schools and companies to operate in online mode as IMD forecasts very heavy rainfall. 

Downpour on Monday night leaves commuters stranded; authorities advise caution and alternate routes.

IMD has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall across the capital in coming days, worsening flood risk.

Drone visuals show the swollen Yamuna River at Old Railway Bridge, prompting evacuations and heightened alerts.

The DDMA on Tuesday ordered the closure of traffic movement on the Old Railway Bridge. This comes after the Yamuna River has reached the evacuation mark of 206 metres. 

At around 8:30 PM yesterday, IFFCO Chowk in Gurugram was heavily waterlogged, leaving several commuters stranded and vehicles stuck. The downpour led to complete road submersion, disrupting traffic and public movement in the area.

The Yamuna River’s water level reached 205.80 metres at the Old Railway Bridge (Loha Pul) on Tuesday morning, surpassing the danger mark of 205.33 metres, according to officials. The rising water level poses a flood threat to low-lying areas in the capital. Drone visuals from the site show the swollen river inching closer to critical levels.

An orange alert has been issued for Gurgaon amid incessant rain across the city. The administration has requested people to work from home while schools and colleges to remain shut and operate in an online mode. 

A flood alert has been issued in Delhi after continuous heavy rainfall caused the Yamuna River to rise above the danger mark. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and advising residents in low-lying areas to stay alert and follow safety guidelines.

Heavy and continuous rainfall has led to severe waterlogging across Gurugram, causing significant disruption to traffic movement. Several major routes are experiencing slowdowns, with authorities urging commuters to plan accordingly and avoid low-lying areas.

Morning visuals from India Gate and Kartavya Path show cloudy skies as intermittent rains continued to lash Delhi on Monday. The India Meteorological Department has warned of moderate to heavy downpours in the coming days. In response, Gurugram authorities have advised schools and offices to function online on Tuesday, following Monday’s heavy rainfall and the forecast of very heavy rain on September 2.

All Anganwadi centers and schools from classes 1 to 12 in the district will remain closed today following a heavy to very heavy rainfall warning issued by the Meteorological Centre in Dehradun. The precautionary measure aims to ensure the safety of students and staff.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain alert for Delhi, forecasting intense rainfall across all districts of the capital. In response to rising water levels, authorities have begun evacuations near the Yamuna floodplains after the river crossed the danger mark.

Several roads across Delhi are either blocked or facing slow-moving traffic, affecting commuter movement across the city as heavy rains continue to affect the national capital. IndiGo Airlines issued an advisory on X, urging passengers to allow extra travel time, use alternate routes if possible, and check their flight status via the airline’s website or app before heading to the airport. "Due to today’s downpour, several roads across #Delhi are currently blocked or experiencing slow movement. Please allow extra time, take an alternate route if possible, and check your flight status on our website or app before leaving for the airport," said a notice issued by the airlines on X. 

Heavy rains battered Gurugram on Monday, throwing life out of gear as several parts of the city witnessed severe waterlogging and traffic chaos. The downpour led to long snarls on major stretches, with the Delhi-Jaipur highway bearing the worst brunt. Commuters reported being stuck for hours as vehicles crawled through knee-deep water near Hero Honda Chowk, IFFCO Chowk, and other key junctions. Office-goers returning home were left stranded, while buses and two-wheelers faced major difficulties navigating flooded roads. Read the full story here. 

Many parts of Gurugram faced severe waterlogging on Monday after hours of continuous rain. Commuters reported flooding at major points like Hero Honda Chowk, Sohna Road, Narsinghpur stretch on NH-48, IFFCO Chowk, and sectors 29 and 31. Traffic moved at a snail’s pace on Golf Course Road and MG Road due to knee-deep water. Authorities have advised residents to steer clear of flood-prone areas during peak hours and consider alternate routes or working from home.

The District Disaster Management Authority in Gurugram has asked offices to remain shut on Tuesday after IMD's orange alert warning. 

The District Disaster Management Authority in Gurugram has asked schools to remain shut on Tuesday after IMD's orange alert warning. 

Visuals from Loha Pul show the Yamuna River flowing above the danger mark after continuous rainfall since yesterday. In response to the rising water levels, District Magistrate of Shahdara has announced that traffic and public movement on Loha Pul will be suspended from 5:00 PM on 2nd September.

The national capital witnessed traffic snarls across multiple parts of the city on Monday following heavy rainfall throughout the day, severely impacting vehicular movement. Heavy congestion was reported from several key roads and intersections, with commuters stranded for hours in long queues of vehicles. The Palam airport reported the lowest visibility of 800 metres about 3 pm on September 1 due to an intense spell of rain, the IMD said. The visibility, which was 2,500 metres at 2.30 pm, dropped to 800 metres by 3 pm. Till 5.30 pm, the city’s primary weather station at Safdarjung recorded 18.6 mm of rainfall, while other stations reported 30.8 mm at Palam, 48.9 mm at Aya Nagar and 16.2 mm of rainfall at Lodhi Road, IMD data showed.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall on Tuesday, the advisory stated. Following heavy rainfall throughout the Delhi-NCR, a leakage was reported at a flyover and the visuals showed the Signature Tower Chowk underpass covered in water.

The Gurugram administration on Monday issued a fresh advisory for September 2, asking corporate offices and private institutions to allow employees to work from home and directing schools to conduct classes online in view of heavy rain forecasts. The advisory, shared by Deputy Commissioner Gurugram on X, came after the city recorded intense rainfall on Monday afternoon. "Today, between 3 PM to 7 PM, Gurugram recorded heavy rainfall of over 100 mm," the advisory stated. "In view of the continuous heavy rainfall in Gurugram all corporate and private offices are requested to provide employees with the facility to work from home. All schools in the district have been instructed to conduct online classes on 02 September 2025," it added.