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Bihar floods impact 3.4 million people across the state
✍️ bhaskarenglish.in
🗓 09 Sep 2026, 01:48 PM
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Heavy monsoon rains have triggered extensive flooding in Bihar, affecting roughly 3.4 million residents.
The monsoon season has brought severe rainfall to Bihar, resulting in widespread flooding that has displaced an estimated 3.4 million people. Districts across the state report inundated roads, submerged homes and disrupted basic services as water levels rose rapidly.
State authorities have mobilised rescue teams, including the National Disaster Response Force, to evacuate residents from the worst‑hit areas. Temporary shelters are being set up in schools and community halls, while relief supplies such as food, clean water and medical kits are being distributed.
Officials warn that the situation remains fluid, with the possibility of further rain aggravating the floodwaters. They have urged people in vulnerable zones to stay alert, follow evacuation orders and avoid wading through flood‑affected routes.
The flood has also impacted agricultural fields, threatening the upcoming sowing season and livelihoods of farmers. The state government has pledged financial assistance and promised to expedite rehabilitation once the waters recede.
State authorities have mobilised rescue teams, including the National Disaster Response Force, to evacuate residents from the worst‑hit areas. Temporary shelters are being set up in schools and community halls, while relief supplies such as food, clean water and medical kits are being distributed.
Officials warn that the situation remains fluid, with the possibility of further rain aggravating the floodwaters. They have urged people in vulnerable zones to stay alert, follow evacuation orders and avoid wading through flood‑affected routes.
The flood has also impacted agricultural fields, threatening the upcoming sowing season and livelihoods of farmers. The state government has pledged financial assistance and promised to expedite rehabilitation once the waters recede.