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  1. Heavy rainfall in Nepal is feeding the Kosi and Gandak rivers, which are currently under close watch in the affected regions of Bihar, including Araria and Kishanganj.
  2. Upper catchment areas of the Gandak River in Nepal are experiencing flash floods.

Gandak River Floods Cause Crop Damage and Canal Disruptions in Uttar Pradesh

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What happened

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Heavy rainfall and storms triggered floods and landslides across India and Nepal. In Uttar Pradesh, the state received 66.5 mm of rain between September 25 and September 27, significantly above the normal amount for the period. Debris, including LPG cylinders and wood, swept from flood-affected areas of Nepal has choked the Gandak River in districts like Maharajganj.

From thehindubusinessline.com, hindustantimes.com

Why it matters

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The floods have led to widespread damage, including 117 damaged houses in Uttar Pradesh. Irrigation authorities have temporarily shut canals due to the high sediment load in the Gandak River. Officials are currently assessing crop losses and arranging compensation for affected farmers.

Upper catchment areas of the Gandak River in Nepal are experiencing flash floods, with heavy rainfall feeding the Kosi and Gandak rivers in affected regions of Bihar.

From thehindubusinessline.com, indiatimes.com, hindustantimes.com

Who's involved

  • GandakThe Gandak River, which flows through Uttar Pradesh and is affected by floods originating in Nepal.
  • NepalThe country whose heavy rainfall and upstream floods are the root cause of the crisis affecting Uttar Pradesh.
  • Uttar PradeshThe state in northern India where the Gandak River flows and where flooding and crop damage are occurring.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Uttar PradeshSpeculative

    Farmers in Uttar Pradesh might face reduced revenue due to river erosion forcing them to sell crops.

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How it developed

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  1. Flooding and landslides affect major rivers in UP, including Narmada and Gandak, amid heavy rains.1 source
  2. Vijay Pal inspects erosion in the Gandak River due to heavy rains in Nepal.1 source
  3. River erosion forces farmers in Uttar Pradesh to sell their crops.Sub-event
  4. NDRF teams have been deployed to manage the flash flood crisis in Uttar Pradesh.1 source
  5. An ice-rock landslide has blocked a river near the border of Maharajganj (UP) and Nepal, causing a river crisis.Sub-event
  6. Officials are directing preparedness measures as rising water levels from the river affect the Gandak basin, which is currently experiencing flash floods originating in Nepal.Sub-event
  7. Flash floods in Nepal necessitate transit through Uttar Pradesh.Sub-event
  8. Aid coordination and monitoring efforts are underway following floods in Nepal, including a stranded resident.Sub-event
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  1. A glacial lake burst has caused a water surge through the river system, prompting the administration in Uttar Pradesh to follow directives.Sub-event
  2. Gandak River floods overwhelm UP district, leading to NDRF deployment and government monitoring.1 source
  3. Rising water levels in the Gandak require monitoring, with UP preparing for potential surges.1 source

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