Yamuna flows below 207m, still above danger mark of 205.33m

The water level of the Yamuna came down to 206.47 metres at the Old Railway Bridge on Saturday, dropping below 207 metres after four days. The river still continues to flow above the danger mark of 205.33 metres, officials said.

The warning mark for the city is 204.50 metres, while the danger mark is 205.33 metres, and evacuation of people starts at 206 metres. The Old Railway Bridge serves as a key observation point for tracking the river’s flow and potential flood risks.

The overflowing river has flooded several parts of the national capital. Among the affected areas are Civil Lines, home to many upscale residences, Monastery Market, Kashmere Gate ISBT, Yamuna Bazaar, Mayur Vihar and neighbourhoods around the river banks.

According to the Flood Control Department, the Hathni Kund barrage discharged 50,629 cusecs of water at 9 am. The water discharge from the Wazirabad barrage is around 1,17,260 cusecs. Water released from the barrages typically takes 48 to 50 hours to reach Delhi. Even lower discharges from upstream are raising the water level, nearing the warning mark in Delhi.

MP Sahney’s NGO steps in to support families

Rajya Sabha MP Dr Vikram Sahney on Saturday announced that his NGO, Sun Foundation, will provide free skill training in various vocational courses and facilitate job opportunities for the kith and kin of all flood-affected families.

The MP said he was seeking the support of Deputy Commissioners (DCs) and Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs) in preparing and sharing the lists of the eligible beneficiaries.

As part of long-term rehabilitation, the MP announced to provide de-silting machines, support for repair of houses and agricultural inputs for wheat sowing.