A Z NAWAB / PATNA
In view of the seriousness of the flood situation in state, Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary today asked centre to provide Indian Air Force IAF assistance for relief and rescue operations. After inspecting the rising water level of the Ganga in Patna today, Mr. Choudhary told reporters that several rivers in the state are flowing at high levels. He said the next forty-eight hours will be extremely crucial for Bihar.
Amid the rising water level of the Gandak, breaches in embankments at several places have led to the rapid spread of floodwater in low-lying areas. Saran, Gopalganj, East Champaran, West Champaran and Vaishali are among the worst-affected districts. The rising water levels of the Bagmati and Kosi have also inundated several villages in Darbhanga, Samastipur, Supaul and Saharsa districts.