Bihar flood crisis deepens as Ganga overflows

A dire humanitarian crisis is unfolding across Bihar as relentless torrential rains continue to batter the state, causing the Ganga River and its tributaries to overflow and flood vast stretches of land, putting human lives at risk and evacuation efforts have been initiated.

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From Buxar to Bhagalpur, including Patna, Banka, Kahalgaon, and Navgachhiya, the situation is deteriorating rapidly, with rivers breaching danger levels and thousands of residents facing displacement and loss.

In the state capital, Patna, the Ganga River has breached the danger mark at both Digha and Gandhi Ghats.

Disturbing visuals from Danapur show cattle herders risking their lives — and those of their animals — by crossing the flooded river, holding onto cattle tails or riding them in search of fodder.