Munger/Patna: Three days of continuous rainfall in Bihar, coupled with heavy rain in Nepal’s Terai region, has led to flood-like conditions in several parts of the state, disrupting rail services, inundating villages and affecting schools in Lakhisarai and Munger districts.
Rising river levels and poor drainage have resulted in widespread waterlogging in low-lying areas, with authorities monitoring the situation as the monsoon intensifies.
Rail Traffic Disrupted Near Kajra
Rail services on the Jamalpur–Kiul section of the Sahibganj Loop Line under the Malda Division of Eastern Railway were suspended after rainwater submerged tracks near Kajra station in Lakhisarai.
According to railway officials, train operations remained suspended from 8.20 am to 10.10 am on Monday as a precautionary measure. Services resumed around 10.30 am after water levels receded and technical inspections confirmed that the track was safe for operations.
Railway officials said passenger safety remained the highest priority and train movement was restored only after engineering teams completed safety checks.
Several Trains Delayed
The disruption affected several passenger services. The Bengaluru–Bhagalpur Ang Express was delayed by around three-and-a-half hours, while the Danapur–Sahibganj Intercity, Patna–Dumka Express, Kiul–Jamalpur Passenger and several other trains were halted at different stations, causing inconvenience to passengers.
Malda Division spokesperson Rasaraj said railway engineering and track maintenance teams carried out an intensive water drainage operation before permitting train movement.
Villages And Markets Waterlogged
In Lakhisarai’s Kajra area, rainwater entered homes in villages including Narottampur, Bikrampur, Sahamalpur and Mahsoni. Waterlogging was also reported in Kajra market, where several shops suffered damage after rainwater entered commercial establishments.
Local traders claimed that groceries, fertilisers, books and other goods worth several lakh rupees were damaged. Agricultural fields were also inundated, raising concerns among farmers over crop losses.
Residents Blame Poor Drainage
Residents alleged that encroachments on culverts and natural drainage channels between Kajra railway gate numbers 27 and 28 had obstructed the flow of rainwater. They also claimed that clogged drains and inadequate pre-monsoon desilting worsened the flooding.
Local residents said timely removal of encroachments and proper maintenance of drainage systems could have reduced the impact of the heavy rainfall.
Schools Affected In Munger
The rain also disrupted educational activities in Munger district. Around two feet of water accumulated inside the Government Higher Secondary School at Mahgama in Dharhara block, forcing authorities to suspend classes.
The approach road to the Government Girls’ Middle School at Mahgama was also submerged, preventing many students from reaching the campus.
Authorities Continue Monitoring
Railway authorities said surveillance has been intensified on vulnerable sections of the network as heavy rainfall continues. District administrations are monitoring the situation in affected areas, with waterlogging remaining a concern in several low-lying localities.
