Heavy rain lashes Delhi-NCR, IMD issues orange alert as temperature plummets
PTC News Desk: In a major relief for the residents, heavy rain lashed in Delhi-NCR on Wednesday bringing a much needed respite. Following heavy downpour heavy waterlogging was reported across the national capital region leading to traffic jam.
The waterlogging caused by the heavy rainfall affected traffic in several parts of Delhi, prompting an alert from the traffic police. "In view of water logging at Zakhira Railway Underpass, Road No. 40, traffic is affected in the surrounding areas, with diversions in place near Inderlok Chowk. Traffic from Shastri Nagar/KD Chowk is diverted towards Chaudhary Nahar Singh Marg and vice versa. Commuters are advised to avoid the affected stretch and use alternate routes for a smoother journey," Delhi traffic police said on X.
Visual shared by news agency ANI shows waterlogging on GRG Road in Delhi, shortly after the rain.
#WATCH | Heavy rain lashes parts of Delhi. Visuals from the GRG Road, which is waterlogged. pic.twitter.com/EOVN69XZRQ — ANI (@ANI) July 9, 2025
The IMD has issued an orange alert forecasting 'heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorm and lightning' and advised people to stay indoors and ensure that all the windows and doors are securely closed.
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