Torrential Rains Flood Delhi and Jaipur, IMD Sounds Red Alert

 India-(Special Correspondent/Web desk)Life was severely disrupted across several northern Indian cities on Friday as heavy monsoon rains lashed Delhi, Jaipur, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh, triggering floods, landslides, and road blockages. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded multiple alerts, warning of worsening weather conditions in the coming days.

In the capital and Jaipur, relentless downpours inundated major roads, leaving vehicles stuck and traffic paralyzed. Important stretches such as DND Flyway, Mathura Road, Vikas Marg, and ISBT reported waterlogging up to four feet. Thousands of commuters, including school children and office workers, were left stranded, as traffic police worked round the clock to manage the chaos.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has upgraded its weather warning, placing Noida and Ghaziabad under a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall and possible flooding. Several parts of Delhi—including southeast, central areas, and Shahdara—remain under an orange alert for moderate to heavy showers.Historic peace deal prompts Pakistan-Armenia diplomacy shift

The downpour also disrupted air travel, with more than 140 flights delayed at Delhi Airport by late morning. Airlines, including IndiGo, advised passengers to plan ahead and check schedules. “The skies over Delhi are bringing heavy showers today. Please allow extra travel time and verify flight details before heading to the airport,” IndiGo said in a public advisory.

Northern states also bore the brunt of the monsoon. In Uttarakhand, key connecting roads to tourist and pilgrimage sites were washed away, cutting off several communities. Himachal Pradesh reported multiple landslides, including the closure of the Manali–Leh highway. In Jammu’s Doda district, water levels in the Chenab River have begun to recede, but officials remain on high alert due to the continued risk of flooding.