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Bihar: Flood situation remains grim in Saran as Ganga, Saryu, Gandak rivers' levels rise

Residential areas in low-lying parts of Chhapra city, along with parts of Revelganj, Sonpur and Chhapra Sadar blocks, have been affected by floodwaters.

Bihar: Flood situation remains grim in Saran as Ganga, Saryu, Gandak rivers' levels rise

The flood situation in Bihar's Saran district remains critical as water levels in the Ganga, Saryu, and Gandak rivers continue to rise, inundating several villages and disrupting daily life. Villages in the diara and low-lying areas are particularly affected, with boats becoming the primary mode of transportation. The districts of Chhapra, Revelganj, Sonpur, and Chhapra Sadar have been most impacted, with Sonpur and Revelganj being the worst-affected.

The district administration has intensified relief and rescue efforts, deploying supervisory officers in 18 panchayats and directing officials to monitor water levels, erosion, and the well-being of displaced families.

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