Mandakini River Breaches Danger Mark Amid Heavy Rain in Uttar Pradesh
Mandakini River Breaches Danger Mark Amid Heavy Rain in Uttar Pradesh
IN · Published Sep 2, 2026
Heavy rainfall on Tuesday caused widespread flooding across Uttar Pradesh, affecting Lakhimpur Kheri, Varanasi, and Chitrakoot.
Rising water levels in the Mandakini river in Chitrakoot breached the danger mark by four metres, while the Ganga in Varanasi rose above the warning level.

Impact & Risks

Flooding has disrupted daily life, including transportation, education, and essential services. Rising water levels in the Mandakini and Ganga rivers pose significant risks to nearby communities. Families living along the Varuna river in Varanasi have been evacuated, and train services remain suspended, affecting connectivity. The situation in Chitrakoot is particularly concerning due to the Mandakini river's breach of the danger mark.

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