Alert: Bihar, UP And Rajasthan Reeling Under Floods, Landslides, And Urban Chaos Amid Torrential Rains

Relentless rains since Sunday morning have plunged several regions of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan into crisis. In Bihar’s Bettiah, heavy downpour led to severe waterlogging across the city. In a tragic incident, a man on a motorcycle fell into an open manhole hidden under the flooded street. Locals quickly formed a human chain to rescue the rider, although his bike was completely submerged. This raises serious concerns about the Municipal Corporation’s preparedness and accountability.Meanwhile, in UP’s Ballia district, shocking videos show both mud and concrete homes collapsing into the swelling Ganga River. Over 10 houses have been completely washed away, highlighting the severity of the floods. Varanasi, too, faces severe flooding, with residential areas like Nakkhi Ghat submerged due to rising levels of the Ganga and its tributary, the Varuna River.In Rajasthan’s Nagaur district, a man attempted to drive his Scorpio SUV over a flooded bridge on the Luni River, but the vehicle was swept away by the current. The risky shortcut could have been fatal.These events underscore the urgent need for improved infrastructure, proper drainage, and better early warning systems to prevent avoidable disasters during monsoon season.

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