Water released in Yamuna to improve river's condition ahead of Trump's visit
4 years, 10 months ago

Water released in Yamuna to improve river's condition ahead of Trump's visit

India TV News  

Ahead of President Trump's visit, who will arrive in India on February 24 and is expected to visit the Taj Mahal in Agra, the Uttar Pradesh Irrigation Department has released 500 cusecs of water into the Yamuna to improve the condition of the river. Water will reach Yamuna in Agra by Feb 21 "Keeping in mind US President Trump's visit to Agra, 500 cusecs of water has been released from the Ganganahar to improve the environmental condition of the Yamuna. This water will reach the Yamuna in Mathura by February 20 and Agra by February 21 afternoon," the department's Superintending Engineer Dharmender Singh Phogat said. This move is likely to reduce the "foul smell" from the Yamuna, Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board assistant engineer Arvind Kumar said when asked about the development.

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Arvind Kejriwal claims to clean Yamuna river yet again, has made similar failed promises since 2015
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Arvind Kejriwal claims to clean Yamuna river yet again, has made similar failed promises since 2015

Op India  

Ahead of the 2025 Vidhan Sabha elections in Delhi, Aam Aadmi Party supremo Arvind Kejriwal has attempted to take a ‘moral high ground’ on the issue of Yamuna river pollution. I will not get votes on the issue of Yamuna.” With an air of moral superiority, the AAP supremo claimed, “Even then, I will get the Yamuna river cleaned. Arvind …

No respite from 'severe' air in Delhi, water shortage a problem too. Know why
3 weeks, 1 day ago

No respite from 'severe' air in Delhi, water shortage a problem too. Know why

India Today  

With light showers not bringing respite from "severe" air pollution and a spike in ammonia levels in the Yamuna River leading to water scarcity, people in Delhi have been hit with a double whammy. AIR QUALITY REMAINS CRITICAL A spell of light rain on Monday offered little to no relief, with the 24-hour average Air Quality Index remaining in the …

Ammonia spike: Delhi water supply crisis worsens, more plants impacted
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ammonia spike: Delhi water supply crisis worsens, more plants impacted

Hindustan Times  

An ongoing water supply disruption in the northern and central parts of the city, triggered by a spike in pollutants and an increase in ammonia levels in the Yamuna, worsened on Monday due to limited supply from five of nine water treatment plants in the city, according to relevant authorities and resident groups. “Due to regular receipt of high pollutants …

Delhi water shortage to impact THESE areas as DJB to rationalise supply due to high ammonia levels in Yamuna river
Top News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Delhi water shortage to impact THESE areas as DJB to rationalise supply due to high ammonia levels in Yamuna river

Live Mint  

Delhi: The national capital will face potential water shortages due to high ammonia levels in the Yamuna river at the Wazirabad pond. “Due to regular receipt of high pollutant in river Yamuna at Wazirabad pond, the Delhi Jal Board is enduring to rationalise the water supply; the water production will be curtailed 5 to 10 per cent from the Haiderpur …

Ammonia levels in Yamuna surge, several parts of Delhi face water shortage
Top News
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ammonia levels in Yamuna surge, several parts of Delhi face water shortage

Hindustan Times  

Several areas in the national capital are experiencing water shortages due to dangerously high levels of ammonia in the Yamuna river at the Wazirabad pond, PTI quoted the statement by the Delhi Jal Board. Delhi Jal Board's vice-president Vinay Mishra had raised concerns about the Yamuna's water quality in October as well, when ammonia content had surged to 0.9 parts …

Ammonia spike in Yamuna hits water supply in north Delhi areas
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ammonia spike in Yamuna hits water supply in north Delhi areas

Hindustan Times  

A spike in pollutant levels and ammonia in the Yamuna has affected water treatment operations at the Wazirabad and Chandrawal water treatment plants, hitting water supply to several North Delhi areas, officials said on Sunday. The Wazirabad Barrage in north Delhi is the primary holding area from where raw water from the Yamuna is lifted to the Wazirabad and Chandrawal …

Yamuna in Delhi continues to suffer heavy pollution: Report
1 month ago

Yamuna in Delhi continues to suffer heavy pollution: Report

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi A froth-filled Yamuna, indicating high pollution levels. Pollution in the Yamuna in Delhi continues to remain high, with faecal coliform reading hitting an MPN high of 7.9 million units per 100ml at Asgarpur, where the river exits the Capital, according to the latest water quality report submitted by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee to National Green Tribunal on …

HC pulls up Delhi govt over Yamuna pollution, asks CS to take action against erring officials over waterlogging
2 months ago

HC pulls up Delhi govt over Yamuna pollution, asks CS to take action against erring officials over waterlogging

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, The high court here on Tuesday asked the Delhi chief secretary to step in and take administrative action against erring officials responsible for not desilting drains in the city that led to waterlogging, instead of presenting a "rosy picture" before the court. HC pulls up Delhi govt over Yamuna pollution, asks CS to take action against erring officials …

Delhi pollution: Toxic foam covers Yamuna in Kalindi Kunj as pollution level remains high in river
2 months ago

Delhi pollution: Toxic foam covers Yamuna in Kalindi Kunj as pollution level remains high in river

Live Mint  

Delhi pollution: Toxic foam covers the Yamuna River in Kalindi Kunj, and pollution level remains high in the river. Hitting out at the AAP government over water pollution in Yamuna river, BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla on Sunday said,"The condition of the Yamuna River is still the same despite spending ₹7000 crores to clean it. Yamuna water pollution Yamuna is …

Delhi’s pollution crisis needs evidence-based policy reform
2 months ago

Delhi’s pollution crisis needs evidence-based policy reform

New Indian Express  

The capital of the world’s largest democracy—Delhi—is grappling with a pollution crisis. With approximately 80 per cent of Delhi’s waste being generated by only about 20 per cent of the people, the city is finding itself in an increasingly challenging situation. For instance, the mechanised sweeping vans frequently seen on Delhi roads are largely ineffective due to several factors: uneven …

Lack of annual flush leaves Yamuna highly polluted this year
2 months, 1 week ago

Lack of annual flush leaves Yamuna highly polluted this year

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi Iceberg-like foam in the Yamuna. This year, the water level of the Yamuna failed to cross the warning level of 204.5 metres at Old Railway Bridge, a first since 2014 and only one of six instances recorded since 1963. For a river such as the Yamuna, the four-month monsoon cycle when low-level flooding occurs is critical for annual …

Yamuna froth: Delhi asks Centre to instruct Haryana, Uttar Pradesh not to release residue into river
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Yamuna froth: Delhi asks Centre to instruct Haryana, Uttar Pradesh not to release residue into river

The Hindu  

Taking note of the froth in the heavily polluted Yamuna River in Delhi, the Aam Aadmi Party government on July 26, asked the Centre to instruct Haryana and Uttar Pradesh to ensure that industries do not release untreated residue into the river. The government is concerned about the sudden rise in pollution levels in Yamuna and has taken "urgent measures" …

Centre’s help sought to get Yamuna water: Delhi Minister Atishi
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Centre’s help sought to get Yamuna water: Delhi Minister Atishi

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI : Delhi Water Minister Atishi said on Saturday that the city’s water production has dropped to 932 MGD due to “inadequate inflow of water into Yamuna from Haryana.” Atishi said the water level at the Wazirabad barrage had plunged six feet to 668.5, and the water received from the Munak canal reached 902 cusecs. She said Himachal Pradesh …

Haryana not releasing water meant for Delhi: AAP minister Atishi
7 months, 1 week ago

Haryana not releasing water meant for Delhi: AAP minister Atishi

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Delhi Water Minister Atishi said on Friday that the Haryana government is “not releasing” the water for the city despite the Supreme Court’s orders. Atishi’s remarks came a day after the apex court directed the Himachal Pradesh government to release 137 cusecs of surplus water to Delhi and asked Haryana to facilitate its flow. Delhi BJP president Virendra …

Delhi’s water augmentation plans fail to take off
7 months, 1 week ago

Delhi’s water augmentation plans fail to take off

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi The water level at Yamuna has been below the usual availability over the last week of May in Delhi. Delhi continues to be a water-stressed city every summer, exacerbated by a growing population amid limited water supply from the Yamuna, but progress on multiple projects conceived over the past seven years to boost water availability continues to trickle …

Delhi govt moves SC, seeks direction to Haryana to release more water to crisis-hit capital
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi govt moves SC, seeks direction to Haryana to release more water to crisis-hit capital

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Amidst the serious heatwave and sweltering heat in Delhi, the AAP government on Friday knocked the doors of the Supreme Court seeking direction to Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh govt for supplying more water to the national capital keeping in view the severe water woes faced by it. As per reports, many areas in Delhi including Chanakyapuri's …

DPCC to monitor Yamuna pollution in real time
8 months ago

DPCC to monitor Yamuna pollution in real time

Hindustan Times  

Twenty-two online monitoring stations are likely to be installed along the Yamuna by the year-end, allowing the Delhi Pollution Control Committee to get real-time data on water quality of the river, officials of the pollution watchdog said. At present, Delhi collects water samples from the Yamuna manually once a month, from seven to eight locations, analysis of which is published …

A more scenic Taj Mahal and cleaner Yamuna soon, using treated Delhi water
11 months, 3 weeks ago

A more scenic Taj Mahal and cleaner Yamuna soon, using treated Delhi water

The Hindu  

Expected to be fully operational by May, the upcoming sewage treatment plant in south-east Delhi’s Okhla could improve the quality and quantity of the Yamuna waters flowing into Mathura, Vrindavan, and Agra — including the stretch behind the Taj Mahal. According to official data, the Yamuna water leaving Delhi at present is highly polluted, with the level of fecal coliform …

Ammonia levels spike in Yamuna, water supply hit in Delhi
1 year ago

Ammonia levels spike in Yamuna, water supply hit in Delhi

Hindustan Times  

Several parts of north and central Delhi are reeling under a shortage of water along with low-pressure supply as treatment operations in the Capital remain affected due to the high pollution load in the raw water of Yamuna, according to the Delhi Jal Board. DJB officials said the level of pollutants in the raw water spiked further on Wednesday and …

Water Production Curtailed in Delhi's Wazirabad, Chandrawal Plants Due to Pollutants in Yamuna
1 year ago

Water Production Curtailed in Delhi's Wazirabad, Chandrawal Plants Due to Pollutants in Yamuna

News 18  

Due to the high level of pollutants in the Yamuna river at the Wazirabad pond, water production has been curtailed by 25-30 per cent in treatment plants at Wazirabad and Chandrawal, Delhi Jal Board officials said on Monday. “Due to high level of pollutants being received in River Yamuna at Wazirabad pond, water production has been curtailed 25-30 per cent …

As Yamuna pollution makes headlines ahead of Chhath Puja, AAP repeats its old blame game
1 year, 1 month ago

As Yamuna pollution makes headlines ahead of Chhath Puja, AAP repeats its old blame game

Op India  

Blame is the weapon of the incompetent. A prime example of this is Delhi Education Minister Atishi’s statement blaming Uttar Pradesh for the alarming pollution in the Yamuna River. In the next two days, the toxic foam will completely vanish…But I would like to urge the Uttar Pradesh government to not send its polluted water to Delhi.” #WATCH | On …

Chhath Puja | Toxic foam on Yamuna will be cleared in one or two days, says Delhi Minister Atishi
1 year, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja | Toxic foam on Yamuna will be cleared in one or two days, says Delhi Minister Atishi

The Hindu  

November 16, 2023 12:17 pm | Updated 02:29 pm IST - New Delhi Delhi Minister Atishi on November 16 said the toxic foam on the Yamuna will be cleared in the next one or two days and asked the Uttar Pradesh Government to stop the release of dirty water in the river. The four-day festival, in which devotees fast and …

Delhi: Manoj Tiwari, Virendra Sachdeva visit Yamuna ghat to take stock of pollution level | VIDEO
1 year, 2 months ago

Delhi: Manoj Tiwari, Virendra Sachdeva visit Yamuna ghat to take stock of pollution level | VIDEO

India TV News  

Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party president Virendra Sachdeva and party MP Manoj Tiwari on Monday visited one of the Yamuna ghats in Delhi to take stock of the pollution level in the presence of media persons. Speaking to the reporters, the BJP leaders slammed the Delhi government led by Arvind Kejriwal for failing to clean the river. Tiwari said the situation …

GB Nagar warns of flood after IMD forecasts heavy rain in Uttarakhand over next five days
1 year, 5 months ago

GB Nagar warns of flood after IMD forecasts heavy rain in Uttarakhand over next five days

Hindustan Times  

The Gautam Budh Nagar district administration on Saturday issued a flood warning and said the water level is expected to rise again in the Yamuna and Hindon rivers The advisory was issued after the weather department has forecast heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand over the next five days. Additionally, the district administration has issued strict guidelines and asked residents to refrain …

Will fresh spell of flood impact water supply in Delhi? AAP Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj's reply
1 year, 5 months ago

Will fresh spell of flood impact water supply in Delhi? AAP Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj's reply

India TV News  

AAP Minister and Delhi Jal Board Chairman Saurabh Bharadwaj on Sunday visited the Wazirabad water treatment plant amid anticipation of a fresh spell of flood in the wake of a surge in water level in Yamuna in Delhi. "The Delhi Jal Board has made embankments and reinforcement at vulnerable spots.Last time, water had seeped into the pumps and three water …

As Yamuna water recedes, a look at aftermath of floods in Delhi - In pics
1 year, 5 months ago

As Yamuna water recedes, a look at aftermath of floods in Delhi - In pics

Hindustan Times  

As Yamuna water recedes, a look at aftermath of floods in Delhi - In pics The water level of Yamuna has declined but is still above the danger level mark.. 1 / 6 View Photos in a new improved layout Local Residents seen cleaning their house after the flooded water recedes at Yamuna Khadar area Mayur Vihar in New Delhi. …

Yamuna Touches Taj Mahal Walls For First Time in 45 Years; Monument is Safe
1 year, 5 months ago

Yamuna Touches Taj Mahal Walls For First Time in 45 Years; Monument is Safe

News 18  

The Yamuna River has reached the walls of Taj Mahal in Agra, for the first time in 45 years, breaching its low-level flood mark of 495 feet in the city. Further, ASI has said that although the rising water level also poses a threat to other monuments such as Mehtab Bagh, Zohra Bagh, Rambagh, etc., they are not at risk. …

People Living Near Yamuna River in New Delhi Return Home as Waters Recede
1 year, 5 months ago

People Living Near Yamuna River in New Delhi Return Home as Waters Recede

News 18  

People living near a river running through India’s capital began returning to their homes on Monday as floodwaters receded five days after the Yamuna overflowed into the city. The Yamuna River rose to its highest in 45 years last week following unusually heavy rainfall in the city, with runoff from hilly states to the north also causing its waters to …

Yamuna still flowing above danger level as Delhi fights flood after fresh shower
1 year, 5 months ago

Yamuna still flowing above danger level as Delhi fights flood after fresh shower

Hindustan Times  

The water level of the Yamuna river on Sunday morning was at 206.02 metres, above the danger level of 205.33. Read | Delhi rain: Traffic police advise commuters to avoid these routes due to waterlogging Rajghat flooded on Saturday as Delhi was flooded by surging Yamuna water. Delhi flood: No increase in Yamuna water levels Saturday's rain resulted in no …

As Yamuna River water level recedes, focus shifts to relief camps
1 year, 5 months ago

As Yamuna River water level recedes, focus shifts to relief camps

The Hindu  

The water level of the Yamuna River in Delhi continued to recede gradually on Saturday, allowing the city administration to pump out water from several flooded arterial roads, and re-open them for traffic. Water levels receding Prime Minister Narendra Modi was briefed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday and was told that the water level is likely to …

Not just Yamuna, backflow from dozens of drains flooded Delhi
1 year, 6 months ago

Not just Yamuna, backflow from dozens of drains flooded Delhi

Hindustan Times  

The road leading to ITO and Rajghat were among new parts of the city to go under waist-deep waters after drains that emptied into the Yamuna began flowing back on Friday, even as the swollen river itself began receding but only by fractions of a metre every hour. A man walks through a flooded alley at a residential colony, after …

Delhi weather update: Light to moderate rainfall likely to occur during next five days
1 year, 6 months ago

Delhi weather update: Light to moderate rainfall likely to occur during next five days

India TV News  

Delhi weather update: Even as the national capital witnesses a flood-like situation in several low-lying areas near the Yamuna, India Meteorological Department said further light to moderate rainfall is likely in Delhi, Haryana and adjoining areas during the next 5 days. IMD scientist on rain prediction: Soma Sen Roy, IMD scientist said, "Light to moderate rainfall is likely to occur …

Delhi On High Alert As Yamuna Swells Further, Haryana Toll Rises To 15: Top Updates From 5 States
1 year, 6 months ago

Delhi On High Alert As Yamuna Swells Further, Haryana Toll Rises To 15: Top Updates From 5 States

ABP News  

The incessant rain in northern India has caused widespread devastation and loss of lives in Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Haryana, and Punjab. The floods and rain have also hit road and rail traffic in various regions while several areas faced power outages and water shortages. Here are the latest developments on the flood situation in north India: DELHI FLOODS Several …

Delhi flood: Water supply to be hit as 3 plants shut; Yamuna Bank Metro station closed
1 year, 6 months ago

Delhi flood: Water supply to be hit as 3 plants shut; Yamuna Bank Metro station closed

Hindustan Times  

The water from Yamuna flooded streets of Delhi on Thursday leaving roads waterlogged and leading to high traffic congestions. Water Supply Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said on Thursday that Yamuna, Wazirabad, Chandrawal and Okhla water treatment plants will be closed amid the rising water levels of the Yamuna river. Kejriwal tweeted on Thursday saying, “Due to rising water level …

As Yamuna overflows, water treatment plants shut; drinking supply to be hit
1 year, 6 months ago

As Yamuna overflows, water treatment plants shut; drinking supply to be hit

Live Mint  

Due to rising water level in Yamuna, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on 13 July informed the three water plants Wazirabad, Chandrawal and Okhla have to be closed. CM Kejriwal also visited Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant that has been currently shut down due to the rise in water levels. As the three water plant has been shut, 25 percent of …

Yamuna flows at a record high level in Delhi as water spills onto the streets of the capital
1 year, 6 months ago

Yamuna flows at a record high level in Delhi as water spills onto the streets of the capital

Op India  

On 13th July, the Yamuna River in Delhi crossed the 208 mark and swelled to 208.46 metres at around 7 AM. The Yamuna in Delhi swelled to a staggering 208.08 metres on Wednesday, smashing the previous all-time record of 207.49 metres set 45 years ago… pic.twitter.com/kKLJJfEcXv — Press Trust of India July 13, 2023 Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has …

Yamuna water level continues to rise in Delhi, CM Kejriwal calls it ‘emergency’
1 year, 6 months ago

Yamuna water level continues to rise in Delhi, CM Kejriwal calls it ‘emergency’

The Hindu  

A day after hitting a 60-year-high, the water level of the Yamuna in Delhi continued to rise on Thursday, July 13, 2023 morning leading to flood waters affecting traffic in arterial roads of the city, including near ISBT and Rajghat. The water level of Yamuna at 9 a.m. on Thursday in Delhi was 208.51 metres and it is expected to …

Breaking News HIGHLIGHTS July 13 2023 President Droupadi Murmu Delhi Yamuna River PM Modi Rahul Gandhi Arvind Kejriwal
1 year, 6 months ago

Breaking News HIGHLIGHTS July 13 2023 President Droupadi Murmu Delhi Yamuna River PM Modi Rahul Gandhi Arvind Kejriwal

ABP News  

Hello and welcome to the ABP Live Breaking News Live blog. Madhya Pradesh: President Droupadi Murmu To Visit Gwalior Today President Droupadi Murmu will be on a one-day visit to Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh on July 13, an official release said. The president will have lunch at Jai Vilas Palace, the Gwalior-based residence of Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, and also …

Delhi may face drinking water crisis in some areas, says Kejriwal
1 year, 6 months ago

Delhi may face drinking water crisis in some areas, says Kejriwal

India Today  

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday said that the national capital could witness a drinking water crisis in some areas. The Wazirabad, Chandrawal and Okhla Water treatment plants have been shut down as the water level in the river Yamuna is at an all-time high. "Some places in Delhi could witness a shortage of water because the Wazirabad, Chandrawal …

As Yamuna swells to record level, flood fear grips Delhi | List of affected areas
1 year, 6 months ago

As Yamuna swells to record level, flood fear grips Delhi | List of affected areas

India Today  

The water level in Yamuna rose to 208.48 meters on Thursday morning, a day after breaching the all-time high record of 207.49 meters set in 1978. pic.twitter.com/38YOHa1Be3 — ANI July 13, 2023 Areas around the Monastery Market, Kashmere Gate, Yamuna Bazar, Garhi Mandu, Geeta Ghat, Vishwakarma Colony, Khadda Colony, the areas around Neeli Chatri temple near Old Railway Bridge, Neem …

Delhi stares at flood as water level rises in Yamuna. These areas are at risk
1 year, 6 months ago

Delhi stares at flood as water level rises in Yamuna. These areas are at risk

India Today  

With the water level in River Yamuna in Delhi swelling to 207.89 metres on Wednesday, breaching the earlier record of 207.49 metres set in 1978, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal urged those residing in low-lying areas to vacate their houses and shift to a safer location at the earliest possible. àä¹àä®àå‡àä‚ àä²àå‹àä—àå‹àä‚ àä•àå‡ àäœàä¾àäè-àä®àä¾àä² àä•àå€ àä¸àåàä°àä•àåàä·àä¾ àä•àä°àäèàå€ àä¹àåˆ àä®àå‡àä°àå€ àä¹àä¾àäå àäœàå‹àäáàä¼ …

Delhi LG calls DDMA meeting as raging Yamuna River rises to record level; CM Kejriwal to attend
1 year, 6 months ago

Delhi LG calls DDMA meeting as raging Yamuna River rises to record level; CM Kejriwal to attend

India TV News  

Yamuna water level: As the water level in the Yamuna River breached the 45-year record by reaching 208.05 metres, Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has called a meeting of the Delhi Disaster Management Authority to discuss the likely flood situation in the national capital. The authorities in the national capital have been put on alert as the water level of …

Yamuna water level breaches 60-year record; Kejriwal seeks Centre’s help
1 year, 6 months ago

Yamuna water level breaches 60-year record; Kejriwal seeks Centre’s help

The Hindu  

: With the Yamuna water level in the city touching a 60-year high on Wednesday, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal urged the Centre to ensure that the level does not rise further. The CM said soon after writing to Mr. Shah, Union Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat contacted him and said there was no facility to stop water at the …

Yamuna Floods Delhi; Thousands Evacuated, Roads Submerged | Kejriwal Sends S.O.S To Amit Shah
1 year, 6 months ago

Yamuna Floods Delhi; Thousands Evacuated, Roads Submerged | Kejriwal Sends S.O.S To Amit Shah

Hindustan Times  

Yamuna Floods Delhi; Thousands Evacuated, Roads Submerged | Kejriwal Sends S.O.S To Amit Shah The water level in the Yamuna River in Delhi has crossed the 207 mark, breaking a 45-year record. The floodwater has entered Ring Road in several areas, including Kashmiri Gate, ISBT, and Majnu ka Tila, prompting Delhi Traffic Police to issue a traffic advisory. #delhifloods #yamuna …

Kejriwal's appeal as Yamuna water enters Delhi roads: ‘there will be no time…’
1 year, 6 months ago

Kejriwal's appeal as Yamuna water enters Delhi roads: ‘there will be no time…’

Hindustan Times  

Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday urged people living in low-lying areas near the Yamuna river to immediately evacuate as the water level continued to rise after recording an all-time high. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal during the press conference after the emergency meeting on Delhi Rainfall /waterlogged Yamuna Flood situation on Monday, Addressing a press conference, the chief …

'No rains in Delhi in 2-3 days. Water entering from Himachal Pradesh, Haryana': Arvind Kejriwal writes to Amit Shah
1 year, 6 months ago

'No rains in Delhi in 2-3 days. Water entering from Himachal Pradesh, Haryana': Arvind Kejriwal writes to Amit Shah

Firstpost  

Over the past three days, Delhi recorded a rapid increase in the Yamuna water level. It shot up from 203.14 metres at 11 am on Sunday to 205.4 at 5 pm on Monday, breaching the danger mark of 205.33 metres 18 hours earlier than expected Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Tuesday said that the water entering Delhi was coming from …

Yamuna water level: ’Not good news for Delhi’, says Kejriwal; seeks Centre’s aid
1 year, 6 months ago

Yamuna water level: ’Not good news for Delhi’, says Kejriwal; seeks Centre’s aid

Live Mint  

The Yamuna river in Delhi has crossed the dangerous-level mark which might lead to floods in the national capital. The Central Water Commission's flood-monitoring portal mentioned that the water level at the Old Railway Bridge crossed the 207-metre mark at 4 am, the first time since 2013, and rose to 207.55 metres by 1 pm. Delhi Yamuna River water level: …

Yamuna water levels cross record high amid floods in Delhi. What happened?
1 year, 6 months ago

Yamuna water levels cross record high amid floods in Delhi. What happened?

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi's Yamuna river swelled up and crossed the all-time record level of 207.49m, recorded on September 6, 1978, on Wednesday. The Yamuna river system's catchment covers areas of Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh along with Delhi. Heavy rainfall across north India As per officials, the sharp rise in the water level of the Yamuna river …

Swollen Yamuna poses a danger to many low-lying areas in Delhi
1 year, 6 months ago

Swollen Yamuna poses a danger to many low-lying areas in Delhi

The Hindu  

With the water level of the Yamuna river in Delhi hitting a 60-year-high, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday urged the Central government to intervene and ensure the level did not rise further, and if possible, release less water from Hathnikund Barrage in Haryana. Meanwhile, water released from the Hathnikund Barrage came down from 3.59 lakh cusecs at 11 a.m. …

Yamuna breaches banks, water enters villages in Karnal, Panipat
1 year, 6 months ago

Yamuna breaches banks, water enters villages in Karnal, Panipat

Hindustan Times  

: The overflowing Yamuna River on Tuesday breached its banks and entered several villages and inundated around 20,000 acres of agricultural land in Karnal and Panipat districts, with the authorities calling in army and disaster management teams for relief and rescue operations. Yamuna breaches banks, water enters villages in Karnal, Panipat The level of water in the river continued to …

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