Severe flash floods originating in Nepal’s Rasuwa district—triggered by heavy runoff from the Tibetan side of the border—have prompted high-level flood alerts in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar due to rising water levels in transboundary rivers like the Gandak (Narayani), Kosi, and Ghaghara.
State-Wise Preparedness & Measures
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Bihar Administration:
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High-Level Monitoring: Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced the formation of a specialized team led by the Chief Secretary and DGP to oversee real-time river flow and evacuation protocols.
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District Preparedness: Health and Disaster Management departments have issued advisories for residents along the Gandak riverbanks and low-lying areas, urging them to stay vigilant and rely strictly on official updates.
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Central Coordination: Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke with state leadership to assess preparedness along critical river basins.
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Uttar Pradesh Action Plan:
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Border Districts on Alert: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath instructed local administrations in border districts, particularly Maharajganj and Kushinagar, to maintain high vigilance as discharge into the Gandak and Narayani rivers increases.
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Disaster Impact in Nepal
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Casualties & Infrastructure: At least 22 fatalities have been confirmed in Nepal, with massive infrastructure destruction across Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading districts.
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Missing Personnel & Foreigners: Over 380 individuals are unaccounted for, including 105 Indian nationals, 26 Nepal Police personnel, and 7 Armed Police Force officers.
