As the national capital grapples with heavy rainfall, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal called for unity and collaboration among the affected states, emphasizing the importance of working together to provide relief to the public. In a press conference held on Monday, CM Kejriwal addressed the challenges faced by the city due to the unprecedented downpour. He stated, "Delhi received 153mm of rain on 8th and 9th July. Delhi's systems are not designed to take such unprecedented rain, so people faced troubles."
One of the primary concerns amidst the rainfall is the rising water levels of the Yamuna river. According to the Central Water Commission (CWC), the current water level stands at 203.58 meters in Delhi, with a projected increase to 205.5 meters by tomorrow morning. However, weather predictions suggest that the water level is not expected to rise significantly. CM Kejriwal highlighted, "If Yamuna crosses the 206 mtr mark, then we will start evacuation along the banks of the river."
At 12 noon, the water level of the Yamuna river was recorded at 204.36 meters at the Old Railway Bridge, nearing the warning level of 204.50 meters. The continuous release of water from the Hathinkund Barrage contributes to the escalating situation, with a substantial 2,17,003 cusecs of water released at noon.
