Bihar floods: Rahul Gandhi appeals Cong cadre to undertake rescue work

As Bihar reels under fury of floods after unprecedented rains lashed state for five days, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday has appealed to Congress workers to be part of rescue operation. Rahul Gandhi has extended his condolence to families of eople who have lost ir lives. Highlighting patic situation, he has said that Congress cadre should help in recuse operation. He has asked m to help people in need. Here is his tweet:

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Death toll rises to 29

floods in Bihar have led to deaths of 29 people till Monday morning. state has witnessed incessant rainfall since September 26. While state government has called it a natural calamity, opposition has resorted to politics. Meanwhile, India Meteorological Department has said that capital Patna will receive more rainfall for next few days accompanied by thunderstorms. 

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Nitish Kumar says Bihar government making effort to help locals

Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government on Sunday requested Indian Air Force (IAF) for two helicopters for lifting and airdropping food packets and medicines, in flood-affected areas of region. Dewatering machines have also been sought by state to provide relief in flood-affected areas. Earlier while speaking to media in Patna, Chief Minister said, "re has been heavy rainfall in some areas since yesterday and water in Ganga River is rising constantly. But re are proper arrangements and administration is at spot and making all efforts to help people." On Monday, chief minister also held a high-level meeting.

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"This is t  time to criticise. I stand with people of Patna. government is working for people, Centre is also helping. We are jointly working on solution. I asked Union Minister to open flood gates. I have also arranged for two helicopters. One has already reached,  ar one will also reach here. We have asked Coal India to send large pumps to remove floodwater," BJP leader said. 

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