Rivers Overflow, 1.25 Lakh People Affected as Heavy Rain Pummels North Odisha
Large-scale flooding affecting 1.25 lakh people is a serious crisis.
On July 29, 2026, incessant rain triggered by a deep depression caused major rivers like the Budhabalanga and Jalaka in north Odisha to overflow, affecting over 1.25 lakh people across five districts including Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Mayurbhanj, and Keonjhar. Schools and anganwadi centres in ten districts were ordered closed. Rivers flowing above danger levels submerged villages and agricultural land. NDRF, ODRAF, and Fire Services deployed rescue teams; around 50,000 people evacuated to relief centers with food provided. Three senior IAS officers deputed for supervision. IMD forecasted heavy rainfall over the next day.
8 AUG 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Rivers Overflow, 1.25 Lakh People Affected as Heavy Rain Pummels North Odisha
17 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Following heavy rainfall, Chief Minister Majhi assessed flood damage in Odisha districts and the IMD issued red warnings for several regions.
— The Hindu
Heavy rain in northern Odisha's three major river systems caused widespread flooding, impacting 7.85 lakh people in six districts.
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