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Weather
Delhi NCR Hit by Heavy Rains, IMD Issues Weather Alert
✍️ India Today
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 03:36 PM
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The Indian Meteorological Department warned of heavy showers across Delhi and surrounding areas, disrupting transport and daily life.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a weather alert for the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR) after reports of heavy rainfall began sweeping the area.
The alert warned of possible flooding, road closures and advised commuters to exercise caution.
Authorities urged residents to stay indoors, check local advisories and avoid non-essential travel.
Transport services, including the Delhi Metro, city buses and several flights, were disrupted as a result of the downpour.
Meteorologists expect the rain to continue into the evening, with a gradual decline thereafter.
The alert warned of possible flooding, road closures and advised commuters to exercise caution.
Authorities urged residents to stay indoors, check local advisories and avoid non-essential travel.
Transport services, including the Delhi Metro, city buses and several flights, were disrupted as a result of the downpour.
Meteorologists expect the rain to continue into the evening, with a gradual decline thereafter.