Bihar flood threat rises as Ganga flows above ‘highest flood level’; Orange rain alert in Delhi

A flood-like situation has developed in parts of Bihar after heavy rainfall in Jharkhand and Nepal caused several rivers, including the Ganga, Kosi, and Bagmati, to rise. The Ganga water level in Bihar is now 1 cm above the highest flood level, and low-lying areas along the Burhi Gandak are particularly at risk. In Delhi-NCR, an Orange rain alert has been issued due to heavy rain since Friday, leading to waterlogged roads and disrupted travel.

The Bihar Disaster Management Department has issued advisories to residents, including not entering floodwaters, avoiding electricity poles, and using bleaching powder to disinfect garbage. The state government has deployed a significant number of flood outposts, boats, motorboats, medical teams, and shelters to assist those affected by the flooding.

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