More rain in Delhi today; alerts issued for Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted more rain for Delhi-NCR on Thursday, issuing yellow and orange alerts for different parts of the region. Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad are under a yellow alert for light rain and thunderstorms, while Gurugram is on orange alert, indicating a likelihood of moderate rainfall.

According to the IMD, thunderstorms with rain are expected, with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 33°C. The weather department has also forecast isolated heavy rainfall for Haryana and Chandigarh.

Heavy and continuous rain over the past few days has caused the Yamuna River to breach the 207-metre danger mark for the fifth time since 1963, reaching 207.44 metres by late Wednesday. The rising waters have flooded parts of the city, including the Nigambodh Ghat, disrupting cremation services.

On Wednesday, Delhi recorded its third consecutive day of rainfall, pushing the season’s total past 1,000 mm, well above the average 774 mm. Several areas in Noida, Ghaziabad, and Gurugram experienced severe waterlogging, prompting school closures in some districts.

While Delhi Airport has not issued any operational alerts, SpiceJet has cautioned passengers that bad weather could impact flight schedules.

Also Read: Yamuna swells past 207 metres in Delhi, floodwater inundates nearby areas

Beyond the capital, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir continue to reel under intense rainfall. Punjab is facing its worst floods since 1988, with 37 reported deaths. Landslides in Himachal Pradesh have killed seven people, while J&K witnessed flash floods and road closures, including the Srinagar-Jammu highway.

Authorities across affected states are carrying out rescue and relief operations, while schools and colleges in multiple regions remain closed as a precaution.

Residents are advised to stay updated with weather advisories and avoid unnecessary travel.