NEW DELHI – Delhi and its surrounding regions were battered by heavy rain on Thursday morning, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to escalate its weather warning to a red alert. The deluge triggered widespread waterlogging and traffic chaos, particularly in low-lying areas, just days before Independence Day.
In Delhi-NCR—covering Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad, and Ghaziabad—key roads were submerged, causing gridlocked commutes and snarling traffic. Commuters were seen wading knee-deep through waterlogged underpasses and congested lanes. Authorities advised citizens to avoid unnecessary travel and suggested using alternative routes to ease the chaos.
Farther North: Flash Floods and Flashpoints
Meanwhile, in Himachal Pradesh’s Kinnaur district, a flash flood in the Hojis Lungpa Nala area triggered a high-altitude rescue. The Army intervened swiftly, rescuing stranded civilians and attending to the injured.
Forecast & Public Alert
The IMD forecast continues to predict steady to heavy rainfall through August 17, with additional orange alerts issued across Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. The capital remains under red alert till August 19—calling for vigilance during this monsoonal surge.
This widespread weather activity now threatens both urban bustle and rural safety. As monsoon conditions grow intense, flood response teams remain on high alert—from managing waterlogged streets in Delhi to preventing disasters in delicate mountain terrains. The unfolding situation underscores the urgency of robust flood preparedness across North India.