Delhi had heavy rainfall for more than a month. This week, the city is not expected to get such heavy rain. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts only thundershowers on Monday. The maximum temperature will be around 35°C and the minimum around 24°C. As the rain has slowed down, the water levels of the Yamuna river in Delhi, which was above the danger mark for over a week, have receded on Monday. However, large parts of Yamuna floodplains remained submerged.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board, Delhi's air quality index (AQI) stood at 78 (satisfactory) at 7 am on Monday. However, the Air Quality Early Warning System (AQEWS) predicted the AQI would deteriorate to the 'moderate' category from Monday and remain there until Wednesday. The outlook for the next six days also indicates moderate air quality.
On Sunday, floods struck northern India, and the heavy rains showed little sign of easing on Monday. This has brought relief to Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, where displaced families require rehabilitation. Light showers were recorded in parts of Himachal, with Manali receiving 24.2 mm, while Punjab reported reduced rainfall compared to previous days. Schools and colleges in Punjab are reopening from 8 September.
The 2025 monsoon in Gujarat has been very contrasting this year. Some districts have had heavy floods, while others are very dry. A depression is now forming over North Gujarat, and the IMD has issued new alerts.
Authorities have told fishermen not to go out to sea from September 7 to 10. The depression is causing rough waves and strong winds, which are very dangerous for small boats.
Since June, more than 5,500 people have been moved to safer places. Over 1,000 people have been rescued from flooded areas. Twelve NDRF teams and 22 SDRF teams are working to manage evacuations and provide help.
In In stark contrast to Delhi's patchy showers, Punjab is grappling with one of its worst flood spells in recent years. The Indian Army has stepped in with rescue teams, setting up relief camps and distributing supplies.