The rising water levels pose a significant risk to communities living along the floodplains of the Yamuna River. Thousands of residents may face displacement, with homes, roads, and critical infrastructure such as the Loha Pul bridge at risk of inundation. Flooding could disrupt traffic, electricity supply, and water treatment facilities, as seen during last year’s severe floods. Livestock and stray animals are also vulnerable, with limited resources available for their rescue and care. The ecological functions of the floodplain, including groundwater recharge, are under threat due to ongoing development and construction.