Millions affected as floods strike India's Bihar
Summary
Flooding in India’s Bihar state has affected nearly five million people as rivers remain above danger level after heavy rain. Authorities have sent aid, opened relief camps, and transferred cash to more than 827,000 flood-affected families.
Key Points
- Nearly five million people in Bihar have been affected by floods after heavy rain pushed all seven key rivers above danger level.
- The state government has transferred 7,000 rupees each to more than 827,000 flood-affected families and opened 13 relief camps.
- Food, drinking water, medicines, community kitchens, and boats are being deployed in the worst-hit areas.
- Local media report 20 deaths, while farmland has also been swamped across the state.
