Flood alert in Delhi as Yamuna nears danger mark, people told to evacuate

Authorities in Delhi have advised people living in the Yamuna floodplain to move to safety as the water level of the river rose steadily and is predicted to reach the evacuation mark of 206 metres by Tuesday evening.

A heavy discharge of water from the Hathnikund Barrage led to the Yamuna swelling to 204.87 meters at the Old Railway Bridge (ORB) on Monday at 12 pm. The warning mark for Delhi is 204.50 metres, the danger mark is 205.33 metres, and evacuation of people begins when the water level reaches 206 metres.

The Old Railway Bridge serves as a key observation point for tracking the river's flow and potential flood risks.