Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Ganga Flows at Severe Level Across Several States
The Ganga river is overflowing in several states due to heavy rain.
The government is watching the situation closely.
The water levels are very high in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal, which could cause floods.
Some rivers, like the Kosi and Burhi Gandak in Bihar, are also very dangerous.
People in low-lying areas in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh should be aware of potential flooding.
Ganga River is flowing at a severe level across multiple states.
The Central Water Commission (CWC) issued a warning regarding the worsening flood situation.
Ganga is above danger mark in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.
Kosi River in Bihar is above the danger level, and Burhi Gandak River is in severe conditions.
Urban flooding is likely in low-lying areas of northern Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh.
- Who
- Central Water Commission (CWC)
- What
- The Ganga River is flowing at a severe level across multiple states.
- When
- As of July 23, the flood situation was worsening due to persistent rainfall.
- Where
- Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.
- Why
- Due to continuous rainfall and river swelling.
- Organization
- Central Water Commission (CWC)
- Affected Rivers
- Ganga, Kosi, Burhi Gandak
- States Affected
- Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal
- Areas at Risk
- Low-lying areas of northern Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh
- Warning Issued
- Flood warning issued