India, Severe Weather, Level 3: Heavy rainfall caused waterlogging and flight disruptions in Delhi – India

2026-08-25: Heavy rainfall caused widespread waterlogging and travel disruptions across Delhi on Tuesday (25 August), prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a high alert for further heavy to extremely heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds. Waterlogging affected Parliament Street, Connaught Place, AIIMS, ITO, RK Puram and Ferozeshah Road, while Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) reported multiple cancellations.
Traffic disruptions are to be expected, floods and landslides are possible. Travellers should exercise heightened caution, especially near rivers and mountainslopes, and follow instructions by authorities.