Delhi, the heart of India, is facing one of its worst flood crises in recent years. Continuous heavy rainfall combined with the overflowing Yamuna River has brought the capital to a standstill.
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The Perfect Storm: Rain + Rising Yamuna
The relentless downpour has already caused massive waterlogging in several parts of Delhi. But what has made matters worse is the rising water level of the Yamuna River, which has crossed danger marks, flooding low-lying areas and sweeping away temporary shelters.
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Residential areas are submerged in knee to waist-deep water.
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Transport is disrupted, with roads blocked and metro services hit in certain zones.
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Daily life is paralyzed, as offices, schools, and markets struggle to function.
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Experts believe that a combination of factors has worsened the crisis:
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Climate change is leading to erratic and heavy rainfall.
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Encroachments near the Yamuna floodplains are reducing natural drainage.
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Poor urban planning and inadequate drainage systems.
Unless long-term measures are taken, Delhi may continue to face flood-like situations every monsoon.
A City in Crisis, A Call for Resilience
The Delhi floods of this year are not just a natural disaster—they are a wake-up call. The double blow of relentless rain and a swelling Yamuna has exposed the vulnerabilities of India’s capital. Yet, amid the crisis, the resilience of the people shines through, as communities come together to help each other survive.
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