Bihar floods strand 45 lakh in two phases of deluge, victims blockade highways
More than 45 lakh people in 30 out of the total 38 districts of the state have been affected by the calamity in two phases since last month, according to the Disaster Management Department
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The flood situation in Bihar remained dire on Friday, despite a decrease in water levels in several rivers. However, discontent among the affected population grew, culminating in a road blockade in Muzaffarpur district. Protesters expressed frustration over what they perceived as insufficient relief efforts
According to the Disaster Management Department (DMD), more than 45 lakh people in 30 out of the total 38 districts of the state have been affected by the calamity in two phases since last month.
Bihar is recognised as India’s most flood-prone state, with approximately 76% of the population in North Bihar living under the persistent threat of severe flooding. The state’s geographical location, with eight major rivers flowing through it, contributes to its vulnerability to flooding. The Kosi, Gandak, and Ghaghra rivers, originating in Nepal, are among the primary causes of flooding in North Bihar.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar started the process of transferring financial assistance of Rs 7,000 to the bank account of each flood-hit family. He also inspected areas affected by the deluge in Darbhanga and surrounding areas.
In a bulletin, the water resources department (WRD) said, “The water level of most of the rivers including Bagmati, Burhi Gandak, Gandak, Ganga and Kamla Balan, has come down but is still flowing above the danger mark at various places.” The WRD is on alert and flood protection works are being carried out as required at vulnerable sites, it said.
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