NEW DELHI: Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday hailed the Rekha Gupta-led Delhi government after "traffic moved smoothly" despite heavy rain at Minto Bridge which was first to flood every time.
BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya shared visuals of Minto Bridge, where vehicles were seen crossing without any hassle.
"Despite heavy rain, traffic moved smoothly at Minto Bridge, once the first to flood with even a drizzle. That’s the change Delhi is witnessing under the BJP government in just a few months! From waterlogged roads to smooth flow, from chaos to order — a real transformation has begun," Malviya said in a social media post on X.
"Delhi will now become the capital India truly deserves. Arvind Kejriwal had reduced it to a dustbin. BJP is cleaning up the mess and rebuilding the future."
The underpass, situated at the junction of Deen Dayal Upadhyay Marg and Connaught Place, is infamous for waterlogging every monsoon season. The issue gained national attention in 2020 when a 56-year-old man died after his mini-truck became submerged during a heavy downpour at the same location. In response, the government initiated new protocols to prevent similar incidents, but recurring waterlogging suggests these measures remain inadequate.
Meanwhile, several low-lying areas in the capital reported knee-deep water following the downpour.
Waterlogging and traffic disruptions affected several parts of Delhi, including South Delhi, South East Delhi, North Delhi, ITO, South Extension, NH-8, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road, Nehru Place, East of Kailash, Colony Road, and several other areas.
The Aam Aadmi Party accused the government of making false claims in the media about tackling the problem of waterlogging.
"After the rain this morning, the road (NH-24) in the Western Vinod Nagar area is completely waterlogged. CM Rekha Gupta ji, where is your proper planning? You made grand claims in the media about tackling waterlogging, but today the whole of Delhi is submerged, and you're relaxing in your grand palace," AAP said in a social media post.
"The public is now swimming on the streets and inviting all BJP leaders to join them for a swim," it added.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Safdarjung — the primary weather station of the national capital — recorded 5.6 mm of rainfall between 5:30 am and 8:30 am, while other stations reported higher amounts: Pragati Maidan recorded 16.6 mm, Pusa 10 mm, Janakpuri 9.5 mm, and Najafgarh 2 mm.
Authorities have advised residents to stay indoors, avoid travel, follow traffic updates, stay away from electric poles and wires, and avoid sheltering under trees.
The IMD has warned of continued rainfall over the coming days. The forecast predicts generally cloudy skies with very light to moderate rain, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning, for the next seven days.
Authorities have urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel and stay updated through official weather and traffic advisories.
The minimum temperature was recorded at 25.6 degrees Celsius, 1.7 degrees below normal, while the maximum temperature is expected to settle around 33 degrees Celsius, according to the IMD.
BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya shared visuals of Minto Bridge, where vehicles were seen crossing without any hassle.
"Despite heavy rain, traffic moved smoothly at Minto Bridge, once the first to flood with even a drizzle. That’s the change Delhi is witnessing under the BJP government in just a few months! From waterlogged roads to smooth flow, from chaos to order — a real transformation has begun," Malviya said in a social media post on X.
Despite heavy rain, traffic moved smoothly at Minto Bridge, once the first to flood with even a drizzle.
— Amit Malviya (@amitmalviya) July 23, 2025
That’s the change Delhi is witnessing under the BJP government in just a few months!
From waterlogged roads to smooth flow, from chaos to order, a real transformation has… https://t.co/VUvefRMfHM
"Delhi will now become the capital India truly deserves. Arvind Kejriwal had reduced it to a dustbin. BJP is cleaning up the mess and rebuilding the future."
The underpass, situated at the junction of Deen Dayal Upadhyay Marg and Connaught Place, is infamous for waterlogging every monsoon season. The issue gained national attention in 2020 when a 56-year-old man died after his mini-truck became submerged during a heavy downpour at the same location. In response, the government initiated new protocols to prevent similar incidents, but recurring waterlogging suggests these measures remain inadequate.
Meanwhile, several low-lying areas in the capital reported knee-deep water following the downpour.
Waterlogging and traffic disruptions affected several parts of Delhi, including South Delhi, South East Delhi, North Delhi, ITO, South Extension, NH-8, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road, Nehru Place, East of Kailash, Colony Road, and several other areas.
The Aam Aadmi Party accused the government of making false claims in the media about tackling the problem of waterlogging.
"After the rain this morning, the road (NH-24) in the Western Vinod Nagar area is completely waterlogged. CM Rekha Gupta ji, where is your proper planning? You made grand claims in the media about tackling waterlogging, but today the whole of Delhi is submerged, and you're relaxing in your grand palace," AAP said in a social media post.
📍 West विनोद नगर, दिल्ली
— AAP (@AamAadmiParty) July 23, 2025
आज सुबह हुई बारिश के बाद पश्चिमी विनोद नगर इलाके की सड़क (NH 24) पूरी तरह जलमग्न हो गई है।
CM @gupta_rekha जी, कहाँ है आपकी प्रॉपर प्लानिंग? जलभराव को लेकर आपने मीडिया में बड़ी-बड़ी डींगे हांकी थीं लेकिन आज पूरी दिल्ली डूबी हुई है और आप अपने मायामहल… pic.twitter.com/Dxtx4C2oUZ
"The public is now swimming on the streets and inviting all BJP leaders to join them for a swim," it added.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Safdarjung — the primary weather station of the national capital — recorded 5.6 mm of rainfall between 5:30 am and 8:30 am, while other stations reported higher amounts: Pragati Maidan recorded 16.6 mm, Pusa 10 mm, Janakpuri 9.5 mm, and Najafgarh 2 mm.
VIDEO | Parts of Delhi witness severe waterlogging following heavy rainfall. Visuals from MB Road.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 23, 2025
(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/5TORP3nGym
Authorities have advised residents to stay indoors, avoid travel, follow traffic updates, stay away from electric poles and wires, and avoid sheltering under trees.
#WATCH | Traffic snarls at ITO amid heavy rain in the national capital of Delhi pic.twitter.com/uNYyW4U7UM
— ANI (@ANI) July 23, 2025
The IMD has warned of continued rainfall over the coming days. The forecast predicts generally cloudy skies with very light to moderate rain, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning, for the next seven days.
Authorities have urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel and stay updated through official weather and traffic advisories.
The minimum temperature was recorded at 25.6 degrees Celsius, 1.7 degrees below normal, while the maximum temperature is expected to settle around 33 degrees Celsius, according to the IMD.
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