Bihar River Flooding
Gandak River Floods Impact Vulnerable Communities Across the Bihar Region
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The Gandak river has swollen to dangerous levels across Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, breaking previous flood records at four gauge sites. News18 reports that floodwaters have breached embankments in Saran district, entering new areas and affecting dozens of villages. The Water Resources Department confirmed the river is flowing above its highest recorded flood level at multiple locations following heavy rainfall in Nepal.
Authorities in both states are scrambling to respond. Free Press Journal reports that 32 villages in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh have been affected, with relief operations underway. The Indian Air Force has been called in to assist Bihar's disaster response efforts as the situation continues to worsen.
Gandak Breaks Four Record Flood Levels Across Bihar
The Gandak river has shattered its previous highest flood level (HFL) at four gauge sites in Bihar, marking an unprecedented crisis. The Print states the river recorded 91.25 metres at Bagmati location, surpassing historical records. News18 confirms the Water Resources Department is monitoring the situation closely as water continues rising.
Embankment Breach Floods New Areas of Saran District
A critical embankment failure in Saran district has allowed floodwaters to inundate previously dry areas. News18 reports that the Gandak, along with the Ganga, Kosi, Bagmati and Ghagra rivers, are all flowing dangerously above danger levels. The breach represents a major setback in Bihar's flood containment efforts.
Uttar Pradesh Villages Face Cascading Flood Damage
Across the border in Uttar Pradesh, the rising Gandak has created an emergency in Kushinagar district. Free Press Journal reports that 32 villages in Khadda tehsil and 14 villages in Tamkuhiraj tehsil are underwater. The Yogi government has launched relief operations, but the rapid water rise is straining resources.
Heavy Nepal Rainfall Drives Cascading Flood Crisis
The root cause of the disaster is torrential rainfall in Nepal, which has swollen the Gandak and neighboring rivers. News18 notes that the heavy precipitation upstream is driving unprecedented water flows across Bihar and into Uttar Pradesh. Authorities say the crisis is directly linked to weather patterns in Nepal's mountainous region.
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