Bihar news LIVE updates: CM Samrat Choudhary conducts aerial survey as water levels rise; nine NDRF teams deployed

Bihar news LIVE updates: A high alert has also been issued in Uttar Pradesh following directives from chief minister Yogi Adityanath regarding floods in Nepal. Relief Commissioner's office is conducting round-the-clock monitoring of the situation.

Bihar news LIVE updates: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary conducted an aerial survey of the flood situation in border areas of Bagaha, Valmiki Nagar, Bettiah and Motihari following flash floods in neighbouring Nepal. (File Photo/PTI)

Bihar news LIVE updates: Following sudden flash floods along Nepal's Bhote Koshi River near the Tibet border that turned deadly on Wednesday, killing over 270 people, Bihar has been placed on high alert due to the apprehension of a rise in the Gandak River's water level....Read More

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• 27 Aug 2026, 05:03:49 PM IST

  Bihar news LIVE updates: 'Continuing relief efforts in Nepal,' says IAF

  Bihar news LIVE updates: The Indian Air Force, in a post on X, said, "Continuing the relief effort in Nepal."

  "Another Indian Air Force C-17 aircraft took off carrying 37.5 tonnes of relief supplies including medicines and food items," it added.

• 27 Aug 2026, 04:35:37 PM IST

  Bihar news LIVE updates: Gandak River flow remains normal at the barrage

  Bihar news LIVE updates: Gandak River flow remained normal at the barrage, with all 36 gates open.

• 27 Aug 2026, 03:48:20 PM IST

  Bihar news LIVE updates: 'India stands shoulder to shoulder with Nepal,' says MEA

  Bihar news LIVE updates: Following sudden flash floods in Nepal on Wednesday, Bihar was placed on high alert. Meanwhile, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, during a press briefing on Thursday, said New Delhi stands "shoulder to shoulder" with Kathmandu.

  Jaiswal said, "Whatever requests for assistance we receive from there, we will proceed accordingly. As I mentioned, our Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Nepal yesterday and conveyed that we are ready to provide whatever assistance is required."

  "At the same time, India stands shoulder to shoulder with Nepal during this difficult time," he added.

• 27 Aug 2026, 03:38:39 PM IST

  Bihar news LIVE updates: CM Choudhary says 'situation gradually stabilising'

  Bihar news LIVE updates: After conducting an aerial survey of the flood-affected areas, Bihar chief minister Samrat Choudhary said the situation is gradually stabilising.

  "We went up to Valmiki Nagar and took stock of the situation. The situation is gradually stabilising, and there does not appear to be any major water-related problem now. The Home Minister and the Prime Minister have been in constant touch with us and are closely monitoring the situation in Bihar," the CM told reporters.

• 27 Aug 2026, 03:08:09 PM IST

  Bihar news LIVE updates: MEA spokesperson shares update on relief sent to Nepal on C-130J aircraft

  Bihar news LIVE updates: MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared an update on the relief aid sent by India to Nepal during a press briefing on Thursday and said, “Two aircraft carrying humanitarian assistance have been sent to Kathmandu. A C-130J aircraft took off yesterday at around 8:30 p.m., carrying 10 tonnes of relief material, including temporary shelters, blankets, high-quality solar lamps, medicines, etc.”

  “Then, this morning, a C-17 aircraft departed with 37.5 tonnes of supplies, comprising 28.5 tonnes of relief items, such as tents, blankets, hygiene kits, solar lamps, dewatering pumps, kitchen sets, generator sets, etc.; 8 tonnes of medicines; and 1 tonne of food items. In total, across the two airlifts, India has sent 47.5 tonnes of emergency relief supplies aimed at supporting Nepal's ongoing rescue and relief operations,” he added.

• 27 Aug 2026, 02:41:42 PM IST

  Bihar news LIVE updates: ‘Really saddened by this’, says Mallikarjun Kharge

  Bihar news LIVE updates: On lives lost and people missing after Nepal floods caused havoc, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge said, "Many tourists from India who have gone there (Nepal) are missing. We are really saddened by this. I appeal to the PM to help the families whose relatives are missing or have passed away."

• 27 Aug 2026, 01:47:51 PM IST

  Bihar news LIVE updates: 'UP embankments safe, water passed downstream without major impact', says Minister Swatantra Dev Singh

  Bihar news LIVE updates: Uttar Pradesh Jal Shakti Minister Swatantra Dev Singh on Thursday said the state’s border districts remained safe after a surge of water from flood-hit Nepal passed through the Narayani river system, with no major impact reported in Uttar Pradesh.

  Addressing concerns over the flood situation in Nepal and the subsequent alert in UP’s border areas, Singh said heavy hailstorms and excessive rainfall in Nepal’s Rasuwa district triggered a glacial lake burst. This raised concerns over a large volume of water flowing downstream towards Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, news agency ANI reported.

  “Rasuwa district, located in Nepal, witnessed heavy hailstorms and excessive rainfall, which caused a glacial lake to burst. It was anticipated that the resulting surge would flow through the Narayani and Kosi rivers into Uttar Pradesh and Bihar,” he said.

• 27 Aug 2026, 01:18:59 PM IST

  Bihar news LIVE updates: ‘No adverse impact till now’, says NDRF; situation being monitored

  Bihar news LIVE updates: National Disaster Response Force on Thursday said there has been no "adverse" impact of the devastating Nepal flash floods in the border areas of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh till now, but the situation is being continuously monitored in coordination with the two states governments, news agency PTI reported.

• 27 Aug 2026, 12:45:52 PM IST

  Bihar news LIVE updates: CM Samrat Choudhary conducts aerial survey as water levels rise

  Bihar news LIVE updates: Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary conducted an aerial survey of the flood situation in border areas of Bagaha, Valmiki Nagar, Bettiah, and Motihari as water levels rise.

• 27 Aug 2026, 12:34:10 PM IST

  Bihar news LIVE updates: Nine NDRF teams deployed in Bihar, one in Uttar Pradesh

  Bihar news LIVE updates: Amid fears of rising water levels in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh following deadly Nepal flash floods, nine NDRF teams have been deployed in Bihar, while one team is stationed in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, news agency ANI reported, citing the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF).

  Two NDRF teams are deployed in Muzaffarpur and East Champaran in Bihar, while another team has been kept ready for deployment in Nepal, according to the NDRF.

• 27 Aug 2026, 12:27:37 PM IST

  Bihar news LIVE updates: CWC monitoring water level in Gandak River

  Bihar news LIVE updates: IG NDRF Narendra Singh Bundela on Thursday said that Central Water Commission (CWC) is monitoring the water level in the Gandak River at Valmiki Barrage (Bihar-UP border).

  He added, “Two planes full of HADR assistance have been sent to Nepal. One of our teams is on standby; it can be sent if we receive a request from the government of Nepal.”

• 27 Aug 2026, 12:18:37 PM IST

  Bihar news LIVE updates: Bihar CM says India in ‘constant’ contact with Nepal

  Bihar news LIVE updates: Bihar chief minister Samrat Choudhary on Thursday expressed solidarity with Nepal as flash floods wreck havoc, killing many.

  He added that India will remain in constant contact with Nepal and will provide all possible cooperation in relief and rescue operations.

  “In this difficult time of disaster in Nepal, India stands firmly with full empathy and in the spirit of ‘Neighbourhood First’. The departure of the second relief flight carrying 37.5 tons of HADR material, essential medicines, and food packets exemplifies India’s prompt, sensitive, and humanitarian assistance.”

  "Serving humanity, assisting in times of crisis, and standing by our neighbour—this is the hallmark of a strong India."

• 27 Aug 2026, 11:59:06 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: Stalin questions Vijay govt over missing Tamilians in Nepal floods

  Bihar, UP live updates: While Bihar and UP are on high alert, other Indian states are also amplifying efforts to get in touch with those reported missing in the Nepal floods.

  Leader of Opposition in Tamil Nadu Assembly, Udhayanidhi Stalin, questioned the chief minister C Joseph Vijay-led state government on Thursday over the Tamilians missing in Nepal floods, asking whether any action has been taken so far.

• 27 Aug 2026, 11:57:11 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: ‘Things returning to normal’, says Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary

  Bihar, UP live updates: On Nepal flash floods, Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary said, “Currently, the situation is gradually returning to normal. This disaster in Nepal has been a matter of concern, and everyone has had to worry about it. The Prime Minister and the Home Minister are continuously monitoring the situation in Bihar as well as Uttar Pradesh. Things are now gradually returning to normal. There has been rainfall, due to which some additional water is flowing in. However, with around one lakh (cusecs) of water currently being discharged, the situation from here to Patna is gradually normalising.”

• 27 Aug 2026, 10:59:32 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: Bihar steps up preparedness as flash flood in Nepal kills several, destroys villages

  Bihar, UP live updates: Authorities in Bihar’s West Champaran, East Champaran, Gopalganj and Muzaffarpur stepped up preparedness, including evacuation of residents from vulnerable areas to safer locations, after a flash flood in the Bhote Koshi River upstream killed at least nine people in the neighbouring Nepal and Tibet, washed away villages and damaged infrastructure on Wednesday.

• 27 Aug 2026, 10:56:10 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: Why does Nepal floods put Bihar, UP on alert

  Bihar, UP live updates: The flash flood about 200 kms north of India border may result in water level rising in rivers flowing from Nepal such as Gandak in Uttar Pradesh and parts of north Bihar. Trishuli river which intakes most of Bhote Koshi river that originates from Tibet, flows into Gandak.

  Heavy rain and gates of barrages in Nepal being opened could also cause more water flow into Ghaghara and Rapti rivers in Uttar Pradesh, and Kosi in Bihar.

• 27 Aug 2026, 10:23:02 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: ‘Tragic incident, visuals heartbreaking’, says RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav

  Bihar, UP live updates: On flash floods in Nepal, Bihar LoP and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav said, "This was a very tragic incident. The visuals we saw yesterday were extremely distressing, showing people running for safety. We feel that the Bihar government needs to remain more vigilant, and everyone needs to stay alert. There is also a possibility that the impact could be felt in the Gandak River and other areas of Bihar. Therefore, it would be better for everyone to remain alert and cautious."

• 27 Aug 2026, 10:20:43 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: Husband of stranded pilgrim in Nepal seeks govt help for rescue

  Bihar, UP live updates: Husband of a pilgrim from Tamil Nadu, who is stranded in Nepal following flash floods in Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts of Nepal, has sought help from central government and state government with a safe rescue, news agency ANI reported.

  Muthunathan, husband of a stranded tourist, said, "She said that while they were nearing the Tibet border on 26th August around 9 am, they heard a loud sound. Immediately, they got off the bus, and they were taken to a nearby military camp. Yesterday, I got the message that she was safe. Her group has also sent a message to the TN Secretariat for help to be airlifted. Communication is suffering due to no network. Hopefully, the central government and state government will help with a safe rescue of all the people."

• 27 Aug 2026, 10:16:03 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: More than 300 Indians are missing in flash floods, says Nepal foreign minister

  Bihar, UP live updates: More than 300 Indians are missing in flash floods, Nepal's Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal said on Thursday, news agency PTI reported.

• 27 Aug 2026, 10:06:33 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: Warnings issued, UP-Bihar border villages on high alert amid Nepal floods

  Bihar, UP live updates: Due to heavy rainwater accumulation along the routes connecting Shivpur, Basantpur, and Marchahwa villages in Kushinagar district and Bihar, small streams and drains overflowed, spilling water across the roads.

  Villagers were seen wading through the waterlogged roads, holding their footwear in their hands, news agency ANI reported.

  Local administrations in nearby areas have issued warnings via loudspeakers asking residents to move their belongings and livestock to higher ground amid reports of water release from Nepal.

• 27 Aug 2026, 09:50:40 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: Why does Nepal floods put Bihar, UP on alert

  Bihar, UP live updates: The flash flood about 200 kms north of India border may result in water level rising in rivers flowing from Nepal such as Gandak in Uttar Pradesh and parts of north Bihar. Trishuli river which intakes most of Bhote Koshi river that originates from Tibet, flows into Gandak.

  Heavy rain and gates of barrages in Nepal being opened could also cause more water flow into Ghaghara and Rapti rivers in Uttar Pradesh, and Kosi in Bihar.

• 27 Aug 2026, 09:50:03 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: UP, Bihar, Uttarakhand rush to evacuate as Nepal floods kill 160

  Bihar, UP live updates: Officials and agencies in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Uttarakhand were on high alert and started evacuating people from vulnerable areas in the border districts of these states following a flash flood upstream, in Nepal’s Bhote Koshi River in Rusuwa district that killed at least 160 people and left hundreds of tourists, including 133 Indians missing.

• 27 Aug 2026, 09:36:47 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: SDRF on high alert after Nepal floods

  Bihar, UP live updates: Amid deadly Nepal floods, SDRF has been placed on high alert in Uttarakhand's border district of Champawat.

  Vigilance has been stepped up in Uttarakhand's border district of Champawat following severe floods in Nepal on Wednesday. The Tanakpur post of the SDRF has been placed on high alert, and people have been urged to stay away from the banks of the Sharda River, officials said, news agency PTI reported.

• 27 Aug 2026, 09:23:36 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: Sikkim releases helpline number for assistance amid Nepal floods

  Bihar, UP live updates: In view of the devastating flood in Nepal, the Government of Sikkim has released a helpline number for the assistance of Sikkim's people who may be stranded, affected, or in need of help.

• 27 Aug 2026, 09:16:27 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: Bihar on high alert; Gandak river being inspected

  Bihar, UP live updates: Following deadly flash floods in Nepal, high alert has been issued in Muzaffarpur, Bihar. The DM and the SSP are inspecting the embankment at Gandak river.

  DM Kumar Gaurav said, "About the prevailing situation in Nepal, the disaster management department and secretary sir did a video conference, they said that there is a chance of increase in water level in Gandak river, three divisions get affected by Gandak, I and SSP did inspection, also of the embankment, all the officers were instructed to be in alert mode. The safety of embankment is very important, we did its inspection."

• 27 Aug 2026, 09:12:42 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: Gandak surge recedes overnight, Bihar officials say no need to panic

  Bihar, UP live updates: Critical hours passed off peacefully as the Gandak river’s sudden surge, triggered by upstream flash floods in Nepal and Tibet, receded overnight, officials said on Thursday morning. There is no need for panic, they emphasised, with embankments withstanding the pressure and water levels returning to normal.

  The Valmiki Nagar barrage in West Champaran recorded its highest discharge of around 1.50 lakh cusec around midnight. By early morning, the flow had stabilised. At about 7 am, discharge stood at 95,200 cusec and later rose to around 99,800 cusec by 8 am, water resources department (WRD) secretary Chandra Shekhar Singh said.

• 27 Aug 2026, 08:52:04 AM IST

  Bihar, UP live updates: Bihar, UP placed on high alert as Nepal floods kills at least 160, several missing

  Bihar, UP live updates: Following sudden flash floods along Nepal's Bhote Koshi River near the Tibet border that turned deadly on Wednesday, killing at least 160 people, Bihar has been placed on high alert due to the apprehension of a rise in the Gandak River's water level.