Pre-monsoon showers lashed the national capital on Tuesday, leading to widespread waterlogging, traffic snarls, and flight disruptions.
As heavy showers drenched large parts of the city, 12 flights were diverted at Delhi airport between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. due to adverse weather conditions, according to an official. Several low-lying areas were inundated, causing significant delays and commuter woes during peak hours.
Water woes
Waterlogging was reported at multiple stretches, including the Zakhira underpass, Delhi Cantonment, Pul Prahladpur, Najafgarh Road, and Rohtak Road, affecting traffic movement, according to a senior Delhi Police officer.
The Public Works Department received over 50 complaints related to water accumulation. Recurring issues were flagged at the Zakhira underpass, the underpass at Terminal T1, and near the Hanuman Mandir. Other severely affected areas included the Mundka metro station, the Bhera underpass, and Punjabi Bagh. Officials confirmed that Minto Bridge, the infamous flooding hotspot, remained unaffected this time.
