Local Residents Build Temporary Embankment to Prevent Narayani River Flooding in Susta
Summary
Local residents in Susta, West Nawalparasi are building a temporary embankment to stop the Narayani River from flooding villages as water levels rise. The effort follows allegations that India’s SSB dismantled an earlier barrier and comes amid urgent concerns over erosion and disaster risk.
Key Points
- Residents of Susta are filling sacks with soil and sand to build a temporary embankment along the Narayani River.
- The move comes after locals alleged that the Indian Border Security Force (SSB) dismantled a similar structure built earlier.
- The Narayani Irrigation and Nepal Gandak West Canal Irrigation Management Office has supplied sacks and nylon ropes for the emergency work.
- Officials say temporary protection measures are being taken immediately to reduce flooding and river erosion risk.
