Agra: The water level of the Yamuna River in Agra, particularly around the Taj Mahal, rose sharply on Tuesday following heavy rainfall in the region.
Fresh visuals from the iconic monument show the river flowing much higher than usual. This comes as several states across the country face flood-like conditions, waterlogging, and rising river levels due to continuous downpours.
In neighbouring Mathura, municipal councillors distributed food and essential supplies to flood-affected residents as part of ongoing relief efforts.
Meanwhile, in Delhi, the water level of the Yamuna dropped below the danger mark early Monday, providing some relief after days of concern over potential flooding. Footage from the Old Yamuna Bridge showed the river flowing under 205.30 metres — just below the official danger level of 205.33 metres. The warning level stands at 204.5 metres, and evacuations typically begin once the river crosses 206 metres.
Although the situation in the capital has improved, authorities continue to monitor low-lying areas closely. Last week, heavy rains pushed the river above the danger mark, inundating localities such as Monastery Market, Yamuna Bazaar, Vasudev Ghat, and surrounding residential zones. Pumps were deployed to drain floodwaters, and residents from vulnerable areas, including Mayur Vihar Phase-I, were relocated to relief camps.
Amid the flooding concerns, Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma visited the Civil Lines area and called for calm, urging residents not to panic unnecessarily. “There is not a drop of water in the Civil Lines area. The service road near the ring road, which is 8 to 10 feet below the main road, is being cleared of rainwater. It’s not accurate to say that Delhi is submerged in the Yamuna,” he said.
Precautionary evacuations from low-lying areas remain in place as officials prepare for any further rise in water levels.
