The flood situation near the Mahanadi River in Odisha, India has taken a turn for the worse, with thousands of people being evacuated to safer areas. The river, which flows through the states of Odisha and Chhattisgarh, has been overflowing its banks for days, causing widespread destruction and chaos. The Odisha government has deployed the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the Indian Navy to assist in the rescue and evacuation efforts.
According to reports, the Mahanadi River, which flows through the districts of Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, and Kendrapara, has been overflowing its banks due to heavy rainfall in the catchment areas. The floodwaters have inundated several villages, affecting over 10,000 people. The authorities have set up relief camps in safer areas, where the affected people are being provided with food, shelter, and medical aid. The Odisha government has also announced an ex-gratia payment of ₹50,000 to the families of those who have lost their lives in the floods.
The situation is being closely monitored by the authorities, who are working tirelessly to provide relief to the affected people. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted more rainfall in the coming days, which may further exacerbate the flood situation. The authorities have urged the people to remain vigilant and to follow the instructions of the local authorities. The situation is being closely watched by the international community, with many countries offering assistance to India in its efforts to cope with the flood situation.