Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Chaudhary Confirms Flood Threat Averted, Gandak River Flow Normal

Following widespread concerns triggered by a dramatic glacier burst in the Tibetan division of Nepal, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and Water Resources Minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary has officially announced that the immediate threat of catastrophic flooding in Bihar has been completely averted. Addressing reporters on Thursday, the Deputy CM shared reassuring updates regarding the state's safety following comprehensive aerial inspections and round-the-clock administrative vigilance.Aerial Survey and On-Ground Inspection at Valmikinagar BarrageIn the wake of the emergency alert from neighboring Nepal, Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary and Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Chaudhary conducted an immediate aerial survey of the critical Valmikinagar Barrage and vulnerable border regions. Following the aerial inspection, the Deputy CM personally visited Valmikinagar to interact with local residents and assess grassroots preparedness. Interacting with the community, officials confirmed that local citizens expressed deep satisfaction with the proactive safety measures and robust flood-management arrangements executed by the state administration.Why the Flood Threat Was NeutralizedExplaining the scientific and geographical factors behind the averted disaster, the Deputy CM noted that the epicentre of the glacier burst in Nepal's Tibet division lies more than 250 kilometers away from the Valmikinagar Barrage. As massive volumes of water cascaded through Nepal's turbulent Bhotekoshi, Trishuli, and Narayani river systems before feeding into the Gandak River, the natural distance significantly decelerated the flow velocity. Furthermore, because baseline water levels in the Gandak River were running lower than normal prior to the incident, the sudden additional discharge was seamlessly absorbed without triggering an emergency.Administrative Promptness and Continuous MonitoringHighlighting the pivotal role played by institutional readiness, the Deputy CM praised the exceptional alertness and prompt coordination demonstrated by officials from the Water Resources Department and local district administration. Continuous monitoring, proactive river management, and swift communication ensured that the state remained several steps ahead of any potential crisis. While authorities continue to maintain strict vigilance across northern river basins, the current situation remains fully stable, offering tremendous relief to lakhs of residents living along Bihar's vulnerable riverine belts.