The flood situation worsening in Patna, CM inspected the affected areas.  

The flood situation is worsening in Patna, CM inspected the affected areas. 

Patna, September 21, 2024: The flood situation in Patna and adjoining districts continues to deteriorate as the water levels of the Ganga River further rise.

At key points of Patna, such as Digha Ghat, Gandhi Ghat, and Hathidah, the water level exceeded the danger level.

Other areas including Munger, Bhagalpur and Farraka, are also facing similar challenges with the Ganga River swelling beyond safe levels.

At Digha Ghat, the Ganga River is flowing 1.20 meters above the danger. The current status of the Ganga River at this place is 51.65 meters. At Gandhi Ghat, the water level of this River is 50.19 meters which is 1.59 meters above the danger mark. The water level at Hathidah is also above the danger level. The current position of Ganga River at this place is 43.41 meters which is 1.65 meters above the danger level.

Apart from Patna, the water level of Ganga River at Munger is 34.48 meters which is 56 cm above the danger mark.

At Bhagalpur, the Ganga River is flowing at 34.48 meters which is 80 cm above the danger level. In Kahalgaon of Bhagalpur district, the Ganga River is flowing 1.37 meters above the danger mark. The current water level of this river is 32.46 meters.

At Farraka, the water level of Ganga River is 23.00 meters which is 75 cm above the danger level.

Besides the Ganga River, the Kosi River has been flowing above the danger level at Kursela in Katihar, Burhi Gandak in Khagaria, Punpun River in Sripalpur Patna and Ghaghra River in Siwan district are flowing above the danger level.

The flood situation in Bihar, particularly in Patna and its surrounding areas, is currently alarming due to rising water levels in the Ganga River.

Bihar Chief Minister on Saturday, conducted an inspection of the flood-affected areas, focusing on Patna’s JP Ganga Path, also known as Marine Drive, which has become a crucial shelter for displaced residents. Villages in Maner, Danapur, Fatuha, Bakhtiyarpur and other parts of Patna districts are heavily submerged, forcing people to seek higher grounds along embankments and the Marine Drive.

The flood has also dealt a significant blow to farmers in Hajipur, a region known for banana farms that have been destroyed, inflicting heavy losses on the farmers.

In response, CM Nitish Kumar has announced compensation for these farmers and directed officials to provide essential aid. This includes temporary shelters, food through community kitchens, medical supplies, and fodder for livestock.

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Authorities, including the water resource department, disaster management teams, and Patna district administration, have been placed on high alert to respond swiftly and prevent further damage.

These measures aim to alleviate the distress caused by the devastating floods while ensuring the safety and well-being of affected communities.

EOM.