Bihar is facing a severe flood situation, with nearly 49.67 lakh people affected across 15 districts, according to the state Disaster Management Department. Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have expressed grief over the loss of lives and urged authorities to speed up relief and rescue work. They called for essential supplies, medical assistance and rehabilitation to reach affected families without delay. Heavy rain and rising rivers have disrupted normal life across thousands of villages in the state. The situation remains serious as several rivers continue to flow above danger levels in different areas.Why Bihar Floods Need Urgent ReliefThe current Bihar flood situation has affected Patna, Bhojpur, Saran, Vaishali, Bhagalpur, Begusarai, Buxar, Samastipur, Munger, Katihar, Lakhisarai, Khagaria, Purnea, Madhepura and Araria. According to officials cited by PTI, 49.67 lakh people in these 15 districts have been affected. Heavy rainfall in river catchment areas and high water levels have added to the crisis.Nearly 49.67 lakh people have been affected.Flooding has spread across 15 districts.Several rivers are above danger levels.Congress has called for faster relief and rescue.Medical help and rehabilitation have also been sought.Floods Spread Across DistrictsThe flooding has followed rising water levels in several major rivers, including the Ganga and its tributaries. Recent analysis reported that the Ganga crossed previous highest flood levels at Patna and Bhagalpur, adding pressure to already affected areas.Bihar's flood situation has also been influenced by river flows from upstream areas and localised heavy rainfall. Despite the state's overall monsoon rainfall being below normal earlier in the season, sudden increases in river levels created widespread flooding. The geography of the state, including low-lying riverine areas, adds to the vulnerability of communities living near major rivers.Also Read: Upper Assam Flood Relief: ₹15,000 Aid Faces Rising Rebuilding CostsCongress Calls For Faster ActionRahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, expressed condolences to families who lost loved ones and appealed to Congress workers to assist people affected by the floods. He also urged the government and administration to conduct relief and rescue operations promptly.Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge separately called for immediate relief, rescue, medical assistance and rehabilitation. He said the priority should be ensuring that aid reaches every affected family. These statements came as authorities continued responding to the widespread flooding across the state.Key HighlightsNearly 49.67 lakh people are affected across 15 Bihar districts.Patna and Bhagalpur have recorded major rises in Ganga water levels.Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge urged faster relief.Congress workers were asked to assist affected communities.Medical assistance and rehabilitation have been highlighted as priorities.River levels and localised heavy rainfall remain important factors in the flood situation.Bihar Relief Efforts Remain CrucialThe Bihar floods have affected millions of people and disrupted daily life across a large part of the state. Congress leaders have called for immediate rescue, relief, medical support and rehabilitation, while government agencies continue responding to the situation. The scale of the flooding remains significant, with nearly 50 lakh people affected across 15 districts. Further developments will depend on river levels, rainfall and the progress of ongoing relief operations.Disclaimer: This content is only for knowledge purposes and is intended to provide news information.
