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The water level of the Ganga River in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, is continuously rising, creating flood-like conditions in low-lying areas. In response to this serious situation, the district administration and police have gone into high alert mode. On Wednesday, the administration alerted approximately 176 flood-prone villages in Kanpur, intensifying monitoring alongside preparations for relief and rescue operations. Police Commissioner Raghubir Lal stated that around 35 checkposts have been established at strategic locations in the affected areas.
Heavy Water Discharge from Kanpur Barrage
According to data regarding the rising water level of the Ganga, the upstream water level at the Kanpur Barrage was recorded at 113.570 meters and the downstream water level at 113.420 meters. During this period, approximately 2.91 lakh cusecs of water are being discharged from the barrage. Although the water level is currently below the warning mark, the administration is keeping a close eye on the continuous water flow. The warning level for the Kanpur Barrage is set at 114 meters, while the danger mark is 115 meters. Additionally, the water level of the Ganga in Shuklaganj was recorded at 112.180 meters, where the warning level is 113 meters and the danger mark is 114 meters. Special vigil is being maintained in riverside areas due to the release of 1.18 lakh cusecs of water from the Haridwar Barrage and 1.15 lakh cusecs from the Narora Barrage.
Strict Monitoring in Low-Lying Areas and Ghats
The administration has stepped up security in the coastal and low-lying areas of the Ganga River. Special alertness is being maintained at the ghats to prevent any untoward incidents. Learning from past incidents, riverbanks have been cleaned, and residents living in low-lying areas have been advised to move to designated shelter homes. The police force is maintaining strict surveillance to prevent children and youths from entering the overflowing river. Furthermore, emergency control rooms have been established in coordination with the district administration to ensure prompt action in any emergency situation.
Deployment of Rescue Teams
Comprehensive preparations have been made to immediately handle emergency situations. In addition to the 35 checkposts established in the affected areas, a 36-member National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team, a full flood relief team, about 100 trained disaster relief divers, along with personnel from the Home Guards, Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC), and civil police have been deployed for rescue operations to tackle any challenges immediately.
