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Gandak and Kosi Rivers Surge in Bihar After Nepal Floods
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🗓 31 Aug 2026, 02:03 PM
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Heavy rains in Nepal have caused the Gandak and Kosi rivers to swell, prompting rising water levels across Bihar.
The Gandak and Kosi rivers, which flow from Nepal into the Indian state of Bihar, have recorded a noticeable rise in water levels following extensive flooding in Nepal. Meteorological agencies attribute the surge to the heavy monsoon rains that drenched the upstream catchments over the past week.
State officials in Bihar have issued advisories urging residents in low‑lying areas to remain vigilant as the rivers approach flood‑prone zones. While no major inundation has been reported yet, local authorities are monitoring the situation closely and have deployed additional personnel to key riverbanks.
The cross‑border nature of these river systems means that flood dynamics in Nepal often have immediate repercussions for Bihar. Experts say that continued rainfall could further elevate the rivers, potentially necessitating pre‑emptive measures such as sandbagging and evacuation drills in vulnerable districts.
As of now, the situation remains under close observation, with disaster response teams on standby to act should the water levels breach critical thresholds.
State officials in Bihar have issued advisories urging residents in low‑lying areas to remain vigilant as the rivers approach flood‑prone zones. While no major inundation has been reported yet, local authorities are monitoring the situation closely and have deployed additional personnel to key riverbanks.
The cross‑border nature of these river systems means that flood dynamics in Nepal often have immediate repercussions for Bihar. Experts say that continued rainfall could further elevate the rivers, potentially necessitating pre‑emptive measures such as sandbagging and evacuation drills in vulnerable districts.
As of now, the situation remains under close observation, with disaster response teams on standby to act should the water levels breach critical thresholds.