New Delhi: A heavy downpour struck Delhi and its surrounding NCR region today, leading to severe waterlogging across numerous areas. The intense rainfall turned streets into rivers, submerging vehicles and causing significant traffic disruptions.
The torrential rains brought temporary relief from the oppressive heat but resulted in extensive waterlogging on major roads. In several locations, water levels rose high enough to submerge cars, creating severe traffic jams. The situation has made commuting extremely difficult, with significant congestion reported in various parts of the city. The deluge also affected nearby regions, including Noida and Ghaziabad.
Traffic Advisory
In response to the ongoing flooding, the Delhi Police have issued a traffic advisory, urging residents to use alternative routes. Areas particularly affected include Mundka, Minto Bridge, IP Marg, and Mangolpuri Bridge. Commuters are advised to avoid these locations due to severe waterlogging.
Traffic Advisory
Due to water logging at Mundka, traffic diversions are effective. Kindly follow the advisory.#DPTrafficAdvisory pic.twitter.com/0ypdjibFiI
— Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) August 20, 2024
Notably, the underpass on Minto Road has been heavily inundated, leading to a situation where an auto was completely submerged. In the Old Delhi area, streets within markets have also been severely affected by the accumulation of water.
Here Are Some Videos Depicting Situation Of Delhi After Rain
Visuals from outside New Delhi railway station:
VIDEO | Heavy rain lashes Delhi triggering waterlogging in various parts. Visuals from outside New Delhi railway station.
(Full video available on PTI Videos – https://t.co/dv5TRARJn4) pic.twitter.com/5BKY3FDrkW
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) August 20, 2024
Visuals from National Media Centre:
#WATCH | Delhi: Waterlogging witnessed in several parts of national capital following heavy rainfall in the area
(Visuals from National Media Centre) pic.twitter.com/fV51SZoZ4e
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2024
Video from Ashram Bridge area:
#WATCH | Delhi: Severe waterlogging witnessed near Ashram Bridge after incessant rainfall in the national capital. pic.twitter.com/KoNvVZQHRC
— ANI (@ANI) August 20, 2024
Visuals from outside Patel Chowk metro station:
VIDEO | Heavy rainfall causes waterlogging in parts of Delhi. Visuals from outside Patel Chowk metro station.
(Full video available on PTI Videos – https://t.co/dv5TRARJn4)#DelhiRains #heavyrain pic.twitter.com/XUPuB6hGYN
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) August 20, 2024
Video from ITO area:
#WATCH दिल्ली: भारी बारिश के कारण शहर के कई हिस्सों में जलभराव हुआ।
वीडियो ITO से है। pic.twitter.com/p7T7ym9r0k
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) August 20, 2024
Visuals From Connaught Place:
#WATCH दिल्ली: राष्ट्रीय राजधानी के कई हिस्सों में भारी बारिश के कारण जलभराव की स्थिति हुई।
(वीडियो कनॉट प्लेस से है।) pic.twitter.com/EvAc472atH
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) August 20, 2024