Archive · 11 Aug 2025
Bihar Floods Affect Over 17 Lakh People, Rescue Underway
Heavy rains in Bihar, India, have caused massive flooding, affecting over 1.7 million people.
Rivers like the Ganga and Kosi have overflowed due to the rain and also from Nepal.
Rescue teams are helping people, and the government is preparing more help like shelters and food in case things get worse.
The floods are impacting several districts, including Bhojpur and Patna.
Over 17 lakh people affected by floods in Bihar.
Several rivers, including Ganga and Kosi, are above danger levels.
Heavy rainfall in Bihar and Nepal's catchment areas caused the flooding.
NDRF and SDRF teams are conducting rescue operations.
Relief camps and community kitchens may be set up if the situation worsens.
- Who
- Over 17 lakh people are affected.
- What
- Flooding in Bihar, India, affecting over 17 lakh people.
- When
- As of Monday, August 11th, due to recent heavy rainfall.
- Where
- Bihar, India, particularly in districts like Patna and Bhagalpur.
- Why
- Heavy rainfall in Bihar and in the catchment areas of Nepal.
- Affected Population
- Over 17 lakh people
- Affected Districts
- 10 (including Bhojpur, Patna, Bhagalpur)
- Rivers Overflowing
- Ganga, Kosi, Bagmati, Burhi Gandak, Punpun, and Ghaghara
- Rescue Teams
- 32 NDRF and SDRF teams
