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All 36 Gates of Gandak Barrage Opened as Flood Threat Rises in Bihar
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 26 Aug 2026, 05:47 PM
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The Gandak River’s flow surged, leading officials to open all 36 gates of the Gandak Barrage in Bihar as floodwaters are projected to rise up to three metres.
Authorities in Bihar have responded to a sudden increase in the Gandak River’s water level by opening every gate of the Gandak Barrage. All 36 gates were released to manage the rapid rise in flow and to mitigate the risk of overtopping downstream areas.
Meteorological observations indicate that the river could generate a flood wave as high as three metres, prompting heightened alerts across the region. The decision to open the gates aims to disperse the excess water safely and protect populated zones along the riverbanks.
Local disaster management teams are on standby, monitoring water levels and preparing evacuation plans for vulnerable communities. Residents have been advised to stay alert and follow instructions from officials as the situation develops.
The move reflects standard flood‑control protocols for the Gandak basin, where barrages play a critical role in regulating water during peak monsoon periods.
Meteorological observations indicate that the river could generate a flood wave as high as three metres, prompting heightened alerts across the region. The decision to open the gates aims to disperse the excess water safely and protect populated zones along the riverbanks.
Local disaster management teams are on standby, monitoring water levels and preparing evacuation plans for vulnerable communities. Residents have been advised to stay alert and follow instructions from officials as the situation develops.
The move reflects standard flood‑control protocols for the Gandak basin, where barrages play a critical role in regulating water during peak monsoon periods.