NEW DELHI, Sept 2, (Xinhua): Following the incessant overnight rains, the water level of the Yamuna river crossed the danger mark Tuesday, sending floodwater into homes across parts of the Indian capital territory - Delhi, officials said. Residents in low-lying pockets, such as Mayur Vihar and Yamuna Bazaar, said the river water has inundated ground floors and damaged their belongings.

The inundation has forced residents to move to relief camps set up on higher ground. On Monday, authorities issued an advisory for people living in the Yamuna floodplain of Delhi to move to safety. The low-lying areas of Delhi, especially along the banks of the river Yamuna, were put on alert with the river crossing the danger mark of 205.33 metres early Tuesday.

Officials warned that water levels could rise further with nearby barrages constantly releasing water. As a precautionary measure, schools have been ordered to remain closed on Tuesday in some affected areas. The rising water levels have also caused significant traffic congestion, particularly at the Delhi-Gurugram border.

On Monday night, Gurugram (located on the outskirts of Delhi) was a trend on social media over visuals of a "20-kilometer" traffic jam, with people being stuck for over three hours. The capital city faced disruptions in flight operations due to waterlogging and low visibility, prompting airlines to issue travel advisories. Meanwhile, the weather department has forecast a cloudy sky with moderate rain in Delhi for Tuesday.