Flood‑Dam Failures in Bhagalpur Highlight Infrastructure Gaps

The recent breach of a river embankment on the Ganga in Bhagalpur has reignited criticism of Bihar’s flood‑control infrastructure. Despite spending crores annually on dam construction and repairs, Bhai Veerendra pointed out that many structures deteriorate within a decade, unlike colonial‑era bridges that still stand. He accused officials of financial irregularities and warned that inadequate construction standards leave communities vulnerable each monsoon season.