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Centre launches year‑round Falgu River flow scheme in Gaya after rubber dam setback
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 21 Aug 2026, 05:37 PM
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The central government has announced a new initiative to ensure continuous water flow in the Falgu River at Gaya, following the underperformance of the rubber dam project, sparking hope among pilgrims ahead of Pitrapaksha.
New Delhi has rolled out a scheme aimed at maintaining a perennial flow in the Falgu River that runs through Gaya, Bihar. The move comes after the recently constructed rubber dam failed to deliver the anticipated water release, leaving local residents and pilgrims concerned about water availability during religious observances.
According to officials, the central initiative will involve regular releases from upstream reservoirs and the installation of flow‑regulating structures to keep the river water level stable throughout the year. The plan is being coordinated with the state water resources department to ensure technical feasibility and timely execution.
The announcement has been welcomed by community leaders and temple authorities, who said a steady river flow is crucial for the upcoming Pitrapaksha rites, a period when thousands of devotees perform ancestral rituals along the riverbank. They expressed optimism that the new measures will restore confidence among pilgrims and support the local ecosystem.
Implementation is slated to begin within the next few weeks, with monitoring mechanisms to assess water levels and adjust releases as needed. The central government has pledged financial and technical assistance to complement state efforts, aiming to make the Falgu River a reliable source of water for both religious and daily needs.
According to officials, the central initiative will involve regular releases from upstream reservoirs and the installation of flow‑regulating structures to keep the river water level stable throughout the year. The plan is being coordinated with the state water resources department to ensure technical feasibility and timely execution.
The announcement has been welcomed by community leaders and temple authorities, who said a steady river flow is crucial for the upcoming Pitrapaksha rites, a period when thousands of devotees perform ancestral rituals along the riverbank. They expressed optimism that the new measures will restore confidence among pilgrims and support the local ecosystem.
Implementation is slated to begin within the next few weeks, with monitoring mechanisms to assess water levels and adjust releases as needed. The central government has pledged financial and technical assistance to complement state efforts, aiming to make the Falgu River a reliable source of water for both religious and daily needs.