Floods Submerge Patna, Displace Thousands in Bihar The situation in Patna, Bihar, has deteriorated as floodwaters surge through the city, submerging both rural and urban areas. The Ganga and other rivers in southern Bihar have reached dangerous levels, causing widespread devastation. In the Dhanra region, several homes have collapsed, while in Danapur, Mokama, and Bakhariapur, makeshift structures have been destroyed. Residents are struggling to cope as water inundates their homes, leaving them stranded and without access to basic necessities. In the Digha area, floodwaters have breached into the Bind Toll, submerging homes and forcing nearly 1,500 families to take shelter under plastic tents along the JP Ganga Path. Access to clean drinking water has become a critical issue for these displaced families. Meanwhile, in Islamganj, a village in Maner, the entire area has turned into an island surrounded by floodwaters. The only means of transportation is now boats, and residents face severe challenges in accessing food, water, and sanitation. In Mokama, over 150 people, including livestock, have sought refuge at the district office after floodwaters engulfed parts of the Diya area. Despite efforts by authorities to provide relief, the response has been inadequate, leaving families stranded without shelter or supplies. Similarly, in Kshahar Diya, five villages have been submerged, with residents forced to relocate to safer ground. Bakhariapur’s Diya area has seen homes collapse due to the flood, with residents like Chharna Rai of Chiria reporting that their homes have been destroyed. The lack of immediate aid has left families in dire straits, unable to secure their belongings or find temporary shelter. In Danapur’s Diya area, all six panchayats have been affected, with hundreds of families taking refuge at the Baldev Inter School.#bihar #patna #mokama #danapur #dhanra
Summer Special Train to Run for Mumbai, 3075 Berths Vacant The Indian Railways has announced the operation of three special trains during the summer season to accommodate travelers heading to Mumbai. These trains will run between Muzaffarpur and Danapur via Samastipur, as well as between Mumbai and LTT. The first train, numbered 01043/44, will operate from 21 April to 16 July, covering 13 trips on each route. Another train, numbered 01449/50, will run daily between Danapur and Pune from 1 April to 17 July. A third train, numbered 01143/44, will operate daily between Danapur and LTT from 1 April to 16 July. The AC three-tier special train from Samastipur to Mumbai will have 3075 vacant berths available on 14 May. The availability of berths varies across different dates and classes. For instance, on 23 April, 885 berths will be vacant in the AC three-tier class, decreasing to 843 on 30 April, 780 on 7 May, and 161 on 14 May. In the AC two-tier class, 104 berths will be vacant on 23 April, 101 on 30 April, 95 on 7 May, and 53 on 14 May. The AC one-tier class will have 14 berths vacant on 23 and 30 April, 14 on 7 May, and 8 on 14 May. The railway authorities have provided detailed information about the berths available for each train, allowing passengers to plan their travel accordingly. The special trains are expected to ease the demand for travel during the peak summer months, offering a convenient option for those seeking to visit Mumbai.#mumbai #indian_railways #muzaffarpur #danapur #samastipur
