Rising Ganga water levels prompt flood preparations in Varanasi

India

First seen: Aug 18, 2026, 9:31 PM UTCUpdated: Aug 20, 2026, 6:01 PM UTC

WHAT HAPPENED

The Ganga is rising in Varanasi and nearing the warning level, with floodwater reportedly reaching houses along the Varuna. Officials are reviewing preparedness measures and rescue teams have been placed on alert.

SO WHAT?

Rising water levels and flooding threaten homes and may require emergency response or evacuations in Varanasi.

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timesofindia.indiatimes.comen

Police commissioner, DM inspect flood-hit areas along Ganga & Varuna

Aug 20, 2026, 6:01 PM UTC

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Ganga water level rising in Varanasi, official reviews flood preparedness

Aug 20, 2026, 1:02 AM UTC

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Ganga water level rising in Varanasi, official reviews flood preparedness

Aug 20, 2026, 12:17 AM UTC

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Ganga water level rising in Varanasi, official reviews flood preparedness

Aug 20, 2026, 12:02 AM UTC

timesofindia.indiatimes.comen

Varanasi prepares for flood threat, rescue teams on alert | Varanasi News

Aug 19, 2026, 6:47 PM UTC

timesofindia.indiatimes.comen

Ganga nears warning level in Kashi, floodwater engulfs houses along Varuna

Aug 18, 2026, 9:31 PM UTC