India's Meteorological Department announced the diversion of 49 flights, including 17 international ones, due to heavy rain and thunderstorms that struck the capital last night.
The department issued a red alert, warning of more waves of heavy rainfall, powerful thunderstorms, and strong winds reaching speeds of 40 to 60 kilometers per hour or more, according to the Indian Express newspaper.
The torrential rain caused severe flooding and traffic congestion in several parts of Delhi. The meteorological department also warned of an incoming thunderstorm from the west and northwest, which is likely to impact Delhi and surrounding areas.
The department issued a red alert, warning of more waves of heavy rainfall, powerful thunderstorms, and strong winds reaching speeds of 40 to 60 kilometers per hour or more, according to the Indian Express newspaper.
The torrential rain caused severe flooding and traffic congestion in several parts of Delhi. The meteorological department also warned of an incoming thunderstorm from the west and northwest, which is likely to impact Delhi and surrounding areas.