Delhi NCR and neighboring regions have been severely affected by heavy rainfall since late Monday night. Gurugram, in particular, faced extreme waterlogging, turning roads into rivers and causing massive traffic jams lasting for hours. Areas like Sikanderpur, Sohna Road, and Golf Course Road experienced water levels so high that many vehicles were submerged. Due to these conditions, district authorities advised both private companies and government offices to allow work-from-home. Schools were also instructed to conduct online classes to minimize outdoor movement. The Meteorological Department recorded rainfall several times above normal within a few hours. Gurugram received nearly 100 mm of rain in just four hours, paralyzing the city and resulting in long traffic snarls on the highways connecting Delhi to Jaipur. In Delhi, the Yamuna River crossed dangerous levels due to heavy discharge from Hathnikund Barrage, raising fears of flooding. The government has closed certain key bridges and issued orange alerts forecasting continued heavy rain in the region. Further north, states like Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand faced landslides and flooding, causing loss of life and significant damage to property. Rescue operations are underway as affected people struggle to reach safety. This ongoing weather crisis highlights the urgent need for improved flood management and infrastructure preparedness in these vulnerable areas.
