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Mandakini River Floods Chitrakoot After Two Decades
2 Sep
Summary
- Mandakini River water level rose over 8.5 meters above danger mark.
- Floodwaters inundated shops, settlements, and disrupted traffic.
- Around 400 kachha houses damaged; more than 30 collapsed.
The Mandakini River, revered for its connection to Lord Shri Ram's exile, has experienced a severe flood after approximately 23 years. The water level dramatically rose, exceeding the danger mark by 8.5 meters on August 29, 2026. This surge inundated shops, settlements, and transportation routes around Ramghat and Karvi town, significantly impacting the local tourism industry.
Rescue operations are actively underway, with NDRF, SDRF, and police teams engaged in evacuating residents and providing aid. The flood has damaged around 400 kachha houses and caused the collapse of over 30 homes. Essential supplies like drinking water and food are being transported to affected areas via boats, as roads and bridges have been submerged or damaged, disrupting connectivity between Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.
The extensive flooding, attributed to continuous rainfall in catchment areas and the release of water from filled dams, has submerged large parts of the '84 Kos' region. The disruption has also affected the Manikpur-Satna route, with the Kari Barah causeway sustaining significant damage.
