Floods in Odisha: 5 feet water flows on roads in Athagarh
The Ghantikhal-Nidhipur area near the Old Cuttack-Sambalpur road is submerged under five feet water. Road communication snapped.
Athagarh: A breach in the embankment of Rampa Dam along the Sapua river in Athagarh has led to flooding in the region. The Ghantikhal – Nidhipur area near the Old Cuttack – Sambalpur road is submerged under five feet water.
This has brought the traffic to a complete standstill. Several acres of land are now inundated, causing damage and disruption to daily life.
Relief operations for the affected residents is underway. Further details awaited.
Ms Kalinga