India, Sept. 10 -- With the Yamuna river's water level receding, the Gautam Budh Nagar district administration has shifted its focus from rescue operations to relief and rehabilitation for families displaced by floods, officials said on Tuesday.

"The water level of the Yamuna has started receding, but our focus remains on ensuring that every displaced family and their livestock are properly cared for. Relief and rehabilitation efforts are being monitored round-the-clock," said district magistrate Medha Roopam.

"The water level at the Okhla barrage has started to come down after crossing danger mark last week. The situation is being monitored round-the-clock," said irrigation department executive engineer BK Singh.

A total of 20 village...