GENERAL26 Sept 2026
Odisha floods: Govt evacuates people as rivers swell, Hirakud opens gates
Heavy rain has swollen every river in Odisha, so the government is moving people from low-lying areas to safer ground. Hirakud Dam opened 16 gates to release extra water into the Mahanadi. Flash floods have hit several districts, and Balasore is worst affected. If you run a business or own property in these areas, keep documents safe and stay alert to official warnings.
Key Statutory Highlights
- The Hirakud Dam opened 16 gates to release excess water into the Mahanadi river.
- Flash floods have been reported in Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kalahandi, Koraput, Nabarangpur, Malkangiri, Keonjhar and Jagatsinghpur districts.
- In Balasore, 14,660 people across 91 villages were affected, and 3,268 people were moved out.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you live or work in a low-lying or floodplain area, shift to safer ground when officials ask, and keep your property papers, insurance details and contact numbers in a waterproof place or on your phone.
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