No flooding in Civil Lines, says PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh

Delhi Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh on Friday inspected the Ring Road to assess the situation after heavy rainfall and rising Yamuna levels. He said the river had not breached the Ring Road embankments, thereby protecting Civil Lines and adjoining neighbourhoods from flooding.

According to the minister, only a low-lying stretch beneath the Ring Road experienced temporary water logging due to rainfall and the precautionary closure of drain bellmouths to prevent river backflow. High-capacity pumps were deployed to clear the accumulated water, he added.

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Singh said embankments were being reinforced and water levels closely monitored by the Irrigation and Flood Control Department, PWD, Delhi Jal Board, and civic agencies. Proactive measures and swift pump deployment had helped keep the Yamuna’s overflow in check, he claimed.

During a visit to Bella Road, another area prone to waterlogging, the minister commended engineers, field staff, and officers for safeguarding the city’s roads. “Our teams have shown exemplary commitment. I thank every worker and officer who remained on the ground to keep the Yamuna under control and protect the people of Delhi,” he said.

The Minister directed officials to continue round-the-clock monitoring of the Yamuna’s water levels and maintain full preparedness in case of further rainfall. He reiterated that pumps would remain operational and emergency teams stationed at vulnerable points until conditions fully normalise.