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Gandak River surge raises flood threat in Bihar as Nepal’s deluge nears
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 26 Aug 2026, 06:17 PM
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A sudden rise in the Gandak River’s flow has created a three‑metre flood wave risk in Bihar, prompting the state’s chief minister to issue directives and the SSB to alert all border units.
The Gandak River, which flows along the India‑Nepal border, experienced an abrupt increase in water discharge on Monday, raising concerns of a flood wave up to three metres high across Bihar. Meteorological data indicate that the surge is linked to heavy rains and meltwater flowing from Nepal, where a severe deluge is already affecting downstream areas.
Officials warn that the rising waters could inundate low‑lying districts along the river’s banks, threatening homes, agricultural fields and critical infrastructure. The state’s disaster management apparatus has been placed on high alert as the situation develops.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has issued immediate instructions to mobilise rescue teams, pre‑position relief supplies and ensure that evacuation routes are ready. Simultaneously, the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has ordered all its units stationed on the international border to remain on heightened alert and assist civil authorities if needed.
The combined response aims to mitigate potential damage and safeguard lives while monitoring the river’s flow continuously for any further escalation.
Officials warn that the rising waters could inundate low‑lying districts along the river’s banks, threatening homes, agricultural fields and critical infrastructure. The state’s disaster management apparatus has been placed on high alert as the situation develops.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has issued immediate instructions to mobilise rescue teams, pre‑position relief supplies and ensure that evacuation routes are ready. Simultaneously, the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has ordered all its units stationed on the international border to remain on heightened alert and assist civil authorities if needed.
The combined response aims to mitigate potential damage and safeguard lives while monitoring the river’s flow continuously for any further escalation.