New Delhi, Sept. 11 -- The Delhi government on Wednesday began on-ground inspections of flood-hit areas to assess damage and promised adequate compensation for affected farmers.

"Chief minister Rekha Gupta is deeply concerned about the crop losses suffered by farmers in Yamuna Khadar and rural Delhi due to flooding. For the first time in Delhi's history, two ministers are visiting Yamuna Khadar to take stock of the damage. At many places, crops have been destroyed. All officers concerned, including the district magistrate, are present, assessments are under way, and due compensation will be provided," said minister Kapil Mishra.

Heavy monsoon rains across northern India had caused the Yamuna to swell beyond the danger mark, inundating l...