The Ganga touched 70.262 metres, nearing the warning level, with the Central Water Commission (CWC) recording the water level at 70.07 metres and a rise of around 2 cm per hour. The Varuna is also swelling due to reverse flow from the Ganga, according to the officials.

Varanasi district administration has prepared 61 flood relief camps for affected families. These camps will provide accommodation, food, and essential amenities for displaced…

The rising Ganga has also caused a reverse flow in the Varuna river. Water has entered several low-lying localities along the river, adding to residents’ inconvenience. Many…