KATHMANDU, SEPTEMBER 28
All sluice gates of the Gandak Barrage have been opened due to the alarming water levels of the Narayani River, which has flooded following incessant rainfall.
Chief District Officer of Paschim Nawalparasi, Skim Shrestha, reported that all 36 gates of the barrage were opened to mitigate risks posed by the swollen river.
The current water flow near Triveni has been recorded at approximately 400,000 cusecs.
Security personnel have been mobilized to prevent and minimize potential loss and damage.