Delhi: Yamuna water level rises again, flood victims shifted to relief camps
Yamuna water level rises: As the water level of Yamuna River in Delhi breached danger lever mark of 205.33 meters, the flood-affected people again took shelter in relief camps in the capital.
After days of receding, the water level of Yamuna River once again crossed the danger level today.
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Hundreds of flood-affected people were seen taking shelter at the relief camps, located near Signature Bridge.
One of the occupant of relief camp said, "We live in a camp near Signature Bridge. We request the Delhi govt to give us a space to live. We have to relocate every time there is flood in the area...."
Jagdish, an occupant of the relief camp in said that the Delhi government is providing water, food, and ration here.
Recounting the loss, Delhi farmers faced a lot of damage due to inundation of the Yamuna River.
Yamuna River led to widespread destruction hindering normal life in Delhi.
After July 13, the Yamuna had been receding gradually after reaching an all-time high of 208.66 meters but there have been marginal fluctuations in the water level over the last two-three days.
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The water level dropped below the danger mark at 8 pm on July 18 after flowing above the threshold for eight days. The river breached the danger mark at 5 pm on July 10, leading to extensive flooding of the national capital.
Earlier, following a noticeable improvement in the waterlogging situation, the Delhi government lifted the ban on entry of heavy vehicles into the national capital.
- With inputs from agencies
