Odisha Issues Flood Alert as River Levels Rise

Odisha's state government released a flood alert on Monday as water levels in the Mahanadi and Brahmani rivers climbed above safe thresholds. The alert covers districts such as Balangir, Koraput, and Ganjam, where low-lying villages are at risk of inundation. Officials have set up evacuation centers and advised residents to monitor local radio and the official Odisha disaster management website for updates.