Heavy Rain Causes Traffic Jams and Waterlogging in Delhi
On Tuesday, heavy rain in Delhi caused severe traffic congestion and waterlogging in several parts of the city. Commuters faced significant problems due to the waterlogged streets.
Areas Affected
Parts of Delhi, including the NSUI Office, ITO, Raisina, and Jantar Mantar, experienced severe waterlogging. Near Ashram Bridge, the situation was particularly bad after continuous rainfall. On Minto Road, parked vehicles were submerged in water.
Commuter Struggles
An autorickshaw driver named Munil Mehto shared his experience: “My vehicle suddenly stopped. I asked a few drivers to help me. To save my life, I came out of the car. The vehicle’s paper is still in it.” He added, “I urged other drivers to help me make my vehicle out but I was not able to cross this road.”
Political Reactions
The Delhi BJP Unit criticized Delhi Minister Aatishi and the AAP government for the ongoing waterlogging issues. They questioned the effectiveness of the government’s efforts to clean the drains.
Government Response
Water Minister Atishi took action by directing the Chief Secretary to mobilize government machinery to address sewer overflow complaints. She assigned senior IAS officers to each of DJB’s 11 circles to find both short-term and long-term solutions. These teams will be monitored by the Chief Secretary, who will submit biweekly reports to the Water Minister.
Weather Forecast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted more light-to-moderate rainfall for Delhi and southwest NCR on Tuesday. They also warned of a moderate-to-intense spell over Central and East Delhi in the morning hours. Additionally, heavy rain was expected in isolated places in Uttarakhand, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh.
Doubts Revealed
NSUI Office -: NSUI stands for National Students’ Union of India. It is the student wing of the Indian National Congress, a major political party in India.
ITO -: ITO is a major road intersection in Delhi, known for its heavy traffic. It stands for Income Tax Office, as the area houses the main income tax office of the city.
Raisina -: Raisina Hill is an area in New Delhi where important government buildings like the Rashtrapati Bhavan (President’s House) and the Secretariat are located.
Jantar Mantar -: Jantar Mantar is an astronomical observatory in New Delhi, built in the 18th century. It is also a popular site for protests and demonstrations.
Delhi BJP -: BJP stands for Bharatiya Janata Party, a major political party in India. The Delhi BJP is the state unit of the party in Delhi.
AAP -: AAP stands for Aam Aadmi Party, a political party in India that focuses on anti-corruption and good governance. It is currently the ruling party in Delhi.
Aatishi -: Aatishi is a politician from the Aam Aadmi Party. She is currently serving as a minister in the Delhi government.
IAS officers -: IAS stands for Indian Administrative Service. IAS officers are high-ranking government officials who help in the administration and governance of the country.
IMD -: IMD stands for India Meteorological Department. It is the government agency responsible for weather forecasting and monitoring in India.