India, Sept. 2 -- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday assured that the national Capital is not in danger amid the rising level of the Yamuna River, even though authorities have been placed on high alert in view of the situation.
"This time, despite a high discharge of over 3 lakh cusecs, the level is expected to go up to 207 metres or above. But I can assure the people that they need not worry, as flooding will not occur beyond the floodplains. We are receiving hourly reports and are monitoring the situation. Delhi is not in danger," the Chief Minister emphasised.
"The large-scale desilting of the Yamuna and its drains over the past six months has significantly strengthened flood defences. All barrage gates have been opened to ensu...