NEW DELHI: Torrential overnight downpours across the National Capital Region (NCR) disrupted daily routines, triggering severe waterlogging along arterial routes, underpasses, and residential sectors. Commuters faced extensive traffic gridlocks during peak morning hours. In response to the intensifying conditions, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a ‘Red Alert’ for several districts across Delhi and the wider metropolitan area.
Strong winds and sustained precipitation resulted in uprooted trees and damaged electricity infrastructure, leading to localized power outages. Key traffic junctions and expressways experienced significant congestion, prompting traffic police to enforce route diversions and advise citizens against non-essential travel. Municipal authorities and disaster response teams deployed high-capacity pumping machinery to clear waterlogged corridors.
Weather forecasters warned that intermittent heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely to persist over the next 24 to 48 hours. Civic authorities advised residents in low-lying localities to remain cautious, while emergency control centers, medical facilities, and disaster management units remain on high alert to respond to developments.