Rising Saptakoshi River Sparks Concern; 41 Sluice Gates Opened

The water level of the Saptakoshi River continues to rise due to incessant rainfall over the past few days. As of 6 am this morning, the water flow at the river was measured at 316,800 cusecs at the Koshi Barrage.

According to the Saptakoshi Water Measurement Center, 41 sluice gates of the Koshi Barrage have been opened after the flow of water increased to warning levels. The center has urged residents living near the Saptakoshi riverbanks to stay alert and take necessary precautions as the water level has crossed the alert level and is still rising.