Amid continuous heavy rainfall and rising water levels in the Yamuna, the Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory for commuters to navigate the affected areas safely. The Loha Pul, also called the Old Iron Bridge, will remain closed from 4 pm on Tuesday until further notice after the river crossed the danger mark of 205.33 metres. Authorities have alerted residents in low-lying areas after drone footage showed the Yamuna surpassing the warning level. Commuters are advised to plan their travel, use public transport where possible, and allow extra time for potential delays.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Due to rising water levels in Yamuna, Old Iron Bridge will remain closed for traffic & public movement w.e.f. 02.09.2025, 04:00 PM till further orders.
📍 Traffic to be diverted via Hanuman Setu, Raja Ram Kohli Marg & Geeta Colony Road
📍 Avoid Old Iron Bridge… pic.twitter.com/BmXJNnumVJ— Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) September 2, 2025
#WATCH | Delhi: Drone visuals from Loha Pul, where the Yamuna River is flowing above the danger level following incessant rainfall since yesterday
Traffic and public movement on Loha Pul has been stopped due to rising water levels in the Yamuna River, as per District Magistrate… pic.twitter.com/3SEoEnNmx4
— ANI (@ANI) September 2, 2025
Routes to Avoid
The Delhi Traffic Police advisory highlights specific routes to avoid in the rain to minimise congestion and ensure safety. Traffic from ISBT Kashmiri Gate, Old Delhi railway station, and the Red Fort is rerouted via Hanuman Setu to Outer Ring Road and Raja Ram Kohli Marg. Vehicles from Rajghat and Shanti Van are diverted through Bela Road and Shanti Van Chowk to Geeta Colony Road. Travellers from northeast and east Delhi areas, such as Shahdara, Seelampur, Akshardham, and Mayur Vihar, are being directed to use alternate routes through Raja Ram Kohli Marg and Geeta Colony Road.
#WATCH | Delhi | Visuals from Loha Pul, where the Yamuna River is flowing above the danger level following incessant rainfall.
Anticipating the possible flood situation, people residing in the low-lying areas have been shifted to safer locations as a preventive measure. pic.twitter.com/ttCpetF3RC
— ANI (@ANI) September 3, 2025
Government Response
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited flood-affected areas near the Old Iron Bridge and Geeta Colony Flyover, assuring relief and support for affected families. With water levels expected to exceed 206.50 metres, authorities are coordinating with the Central Water Commission and neighbouring states for assistance. Residents near river embankments are being relocated to safer locations. To safeguard the public, police and the Irrigation & Flood Control Department are patrolling vulnerable areas around the clock.
गीता कॉलोनी फ्लाइओवर क्षेत्र में जाकर जमीनी निरीक्षण किया। यमुना के जलस्तर और प्रभावित इलाकों में जलभराव की स्थिति का पूरा जायज़ा लिया।
तराई क्षेत्रों से निकालकर सुरक्षित स्थानों पर पहुँचाए गए परिवारों से मिलकर उनका हाल जाना। उन्हें भरोसा दिलाया कि सरकार उनके साथ हर पल खड़ी है।… pic.twitter.com/iJez8tX9zc
— Rekha Gupta (@gupta_rekha) September 2, 2025
