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Delhi-NCR witnessed heavy rainfall today, prompting IMD to issue an orange alert. Traffic congestion reported across key routes; IndiGo warns of potential flight delays.
IMD upgrades rain alert in Delhi
New Delhi: Heavy rains disrupted normal life in Delhi-NCR on Tuesday morning. Waterlogging occurred in many areas, causing traffic jams and disrupting routine activities. The rains could also impact festivals like Durga Puja and Ramlila.
The Aam Aadmi Party has shared images of waterlogging at the capital's Zakira underpass on 'X', criticizing the inefficient policies of the BJP-led MCD and the Delhi administration. These old and frequently repeated issues of waterlogging are the reason for the recurring waterlogging problem in the capital.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has upgraded the rain alert from yellow to orange. Moderate rain, thunderstorms, thunderstorms, and strong winds up to 40 kilometers per hour are expected in Delhi-NCR over the next few hours.
Heavy rains have inundated many low-lying areas, leading to traffic jams in many parts of Delhi-NCR this morning. People faced difficulty reaching offices and other important places.
Delhi has witnessed unusually intense heat this September. The maximum temperature on Monday was recorded at 37.5 degrees Celsius, while on Sunday it was 38.1 degrees Celsius, making it the hottest September day in the last two years. This rain is expected to bring some relief. According to the Meteorological Department, the sky will remain overcast throughout the day today, with light drizzle expected. The maximum temperature is expected to be around 35 degrees Celsius and the minimum at 28.7 degrees Celsius.
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At 8 am, Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 114, which falls in the 'moderate' category. Rain and increasing winds have led to some improvement in air quality.
In view of the rain, airline IndiGo has issued a travel advisory for passengers at 'X'. The company stated that flights may be delayed due to the rain. Passengers are advised to check flight status before traveling and allow extra time.
Travel Advisory
There’s a heavy downpour over #Delhi at the moment, causing some temporary disruption to flight schedules.
If you’re travelling today, please be aware of potential delays and allow additional time for your journey, especially with traffic moving slower than…
— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) September 30, 2025
Heavy rains have disrupted normal life in Delhi-NCR. Waterlogging, traffic jams, and flight delays are causing inconvenience to people. In light of the Meteorological Department's orange alert, caution is essential. Furthermore, the administration needs to address drainage problems as soon as possible to prevent such inconveniences in the future.
