The water level of the Yamuna river in Delhi dipped below the danger mark on Sunday night, giving much-needed relief after several days of concern.
According to officials, the Yamuna had been flowing above the danger mark of 205.33 meters since September 2. At 10 PM, the river’s level was recorded at 205.32 meters.
The warning mark of the Yamuna for the city is 204.5 metres, while the danger mark is 205.33 metres. Evacuation of people starts at 206 metres.
Anticipating the possible flood situation, people residing in the low-lying areas have been shifted to safer locations as a preventive measure.
On Friday, Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma urged people not to create unnecessary panic among citizens as he visited the Civil Lines area of Delhi amid the heavy rainfall in the national capital over the past few days.