Rain in Delhi causes waterlogging, traffic snarls

Rain lashed areas of south and central Delhi on Tuesday evening, with the sky covered in an overcast blanket, the weather department said.

Despite the rain, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that the city was under a ‘green’ alert, meaning no advisory was issued.

The minimum temperature in the capital was recorded at 25.2 degrees Celsius, with showers predicted throughout the day, according to the IMD.

Humidity levels reached 85 per cent, while the maximum temperature is expected to reach 34 degrees Celsius, the department added.

The IMD uses a colour-coded system for weather warnings to indicate the severity of weather conditions. This system aims to alert officials and the disaster management authority about potential impacts, helping them prepare for necessary actions to mitigate risks.

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A ‘green’ alert signifies that no advisory is needed, while a ‘yellow’ alert urges awareness due to worsening conditions that could disrupt daily activities. ‘Orange’ indicates preparation for possible power outages and disruptions to transportation, while ‘red’ warns of severe weather that could endanger lives and significantly affect transport and power systems.

The heavy rain led to significant waterlogging in several parts of the city, affecting traffic. The Delhi Traffic Police issued alerts about multiple areas with waterlogging, advising commuters to plan their routes accordingly.

Traffic was affected on Dabri Nala Road in both directions due to waterlogging at Dabri Roundabout.

On GTK Road, traffic was diverted towards Wazirabad near GTK Depot, with Road No. 51 serving as an alternative route for those headed to the NPL side.

Waterlogging also impacted Najafgarh Phirni Road at Delhi Gate, Chhawla, Dhansa, and Bahadurgarh Stand, while drainage overflow on Outer Ring Road caused delays from Vikaspuri to Peeragarhi near Nagin Lake Apartments.