Yamuna floodplains

‘Where will we go?’: Families on Yamuna floodplains get 15 days to vacate homes or face demolition

May 08, 2026 11:03 am

Under the Delhi Master Plan, the O-Zone covers the Yamuna floodplains, where construction is restricted to protect the river’s natural ecology, prevent flood risks and preserve green buffers. Any habitation in this zone is considered unauthorised.

Not reasonable timeline: NGT slams Delhi govt for delaying crucial 22-km Yamuna floodplain demarcation until 2026

March 06, 2026 4:32 pm

The NGT was hearing two cases initiated based on news reports concerning the delay in demarcating the Yamuna floodplains in Delhi.

After 14-month delay Yamuna riverfront development at Paonta Sahib takes off

February 13, 2026 9:41 am

The officer said that the principal hurdle involved establishing jurisdiction over the riverfront land.

Delhi High court orders graveyard fencing, bans new construction for people 'to stay or live' on Yamuna floodplains

December 30, 2025 6:50 pm

Delhi High Court Yamuna river illegal construction: The court was hearing a plea alleging large-scale encroachments and illegal construction on the Yamuna floodplains and several graves appeared to be newly constructed and trees had been pruned or felled in the area.

Delhi’s drainage problems are not new: Mughal drains were choked, British built underground sewers that fed into Yamuna

September 29, 2025 3:39 pm

Experts say that the post-independence settlements have disregarded the natural slope of the land

Haryana gives in-principle nod for handover of ITO barrage, crucial for flood management in Delhi

September 16, 2025 2:08 am

In July, the Delhi government had formally requested the Haryana government to hand over control of the ITO barrage on the Yamuna, as the Capital had previously been affected by floods

Yamuna below evacuation mark for first time in 4 days, more rain likely today

September 07, 2025 1:24 am

Meanwhile, water discharge to Yamuna by Haryana's Hathnikund Barrage remained steady between 45,000 cusecs and 49,000 cusecs during the day

Delhi-NCR Weather Highlights: Thunderstorm, rain likely in Delhi on Monday

September 08, 2025 8:54 am

Delhi Yamuna Flood Situation, Weather Highlights: Water level in the Yamuna was recorded at 205.56 metres on Sunday at the Old Railway Bridge, which is below the 206-metre evacuation mark officials said.

Fields inundated, farmers in Loni put up in camps stare at financial loss

September 05, 2025 4:15 am

The land does not belong to him, Rajwinder has taken it on lease from the landowner and invested Rs 1.15 lakh so far on the crop. Now, he is not only set to suffer a huge financial loss, but has also lost his home – his jhuggi, built on the agricultural land, is also inundated.

Delhi Hardlook | From wild grasses to manicured lawns: Here is how the Yamuna floodplain revival has changed over 20 years

August 11, 2025 4:31 am

With the Yamuna in the political spotlight, projects to redevelop its banks have gained pace. The Indian Express looks at 5 revamped sites on how they differ in intent and impact

Sri Sri Ravishankar On Clash With On NGT Over Damage To Yamuna Floodplains

June 22, 2020 7:01 pm