Bihar is facing a flood situation due to continuous rainfall over the last 5 days. The water levels of major rivers like Ganga, Kosi, Bagmati, and others are rising, posing a threat to train operations. The Kosi River is flowing above the danger mark in Khagaria and Parman River in Araria....
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The Bagmati River in Muzaffarpur and Darbhanga, and the Adhwara group of rivers are close to the danger mark. The Ganga's water level is also increasing in Bhagalpur, potentially affecting train operations. The East Central Railway is taking precautionary measures to minimize disruptions. They are inspecting bridges and ensuring that minor issues with railway tracks and bridges are addressed promptly. Speed direction machines are being deployed to warn station masters in case of potential waterlogging on the tracks. Constant patrols are being conducted along vulnerable sections of the railway track. In the past, floods have impacted several rail bridges in Bihar, including the bridge between Lalikh Mamalkha and Kahalgaon, and the bridge at Hayaghat in Darbhanga, often leading to disruptions in rail operations.