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Odisha Govt Evacuates Thousands as Rivers Swell, Hirakud Dam Opens Gates
✍️ Business Standard
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 01:38 AM
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Heavy rains have caused rivers in Odisha to swell, prompting the state government to evacuate residents from affected areas. Authorities opened the gates of the Hirakud dam to manage water levels.
The Odisha government has begun evacuating residents as rivers in the state swell due to heavy rainfall.
In response to the rising water levels, officials opened the gates of the Hirakud dam to release excess water.
Relief and rescue operations are underway, with authorities urging people to stay safe and follow evacuation orders.
In response to the rising water levels, officials opened the gates of the Hirakud dam to release excess water.
Relief and rescue operations are underway, with authorities urging people to stay safe and follow evacuation orders.