Worsening Flood Situation
After the Gandak River surged to unprecedented levels, the Saran district of Bihar is grappling with a severe flood crisis. Authorities have declared five blocks as officially flood‑hit and have launched a wide‑scale rescue and relief operation. By 4 p.m. on Wednesday, floodwaters had submerged 48 villages spanning 18 panchayats, displacing approximately 24,725 people from 4,220 families.
Coordinated Rescue Operations
District Magistrate Vaibhav Srivastava is overseeing a joint effort by multiple departments that monitor the most affected zones around the clock. Relief supplies are being dispatched based on real‑time water‑level data and local needs, prioritising food, medical aid and essential items for the displaced households.
- 33 boats are on standby to transport relief kits and evacuate residents.
- A dedicated boat‑ambulance is ready to provide urgent medical assistance.
- Three NDRF/SDRF teams remain on high alert for rapid rescue missions.
- Five medical camps and a veterinary unit are operational, serving both people and livestock.
- One relief centre currently shelters roughly 50 individuals.
- To date, 950 polythene sheets have been distributed to protect homes from further water damage.
Community Kitchens Feeding the Flood‑Stricken
Fourteen community kitchens have been established across the blocks of Panapur, Taraiya, Amnour, Maker and Parsa, collectively feeding close to 5,000 flood‑affected residents. The allocation is as follows:
- Panapur – 2 kitchens
- Taraiya – 3 kitchens (Chanchalia, Madhopur, Bhatgai)
- Amnour – 1 kitchen
- Maker – 5 kitchens (Baghakol, Kasba Maker, Bhatha, Pir Maker, plus an additional site)
- Parsa – 3 kitchens
Safety Guidance for the Public
Officials have urged continuous monitoring of vulnerable riverbanks and embankments. Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary movement near the water, stay alert, and immediately report any emergencies to local authorities. Relief and rescue teams will adjust their operations as water levels change.
