Cyclone Arnab will have a minimal impact in Bihar: Khagaria receives 474% more rainfall than normal; Kosi-Bagmeet and Gandak rivers are likely to rise causing flooding.

Bihar experienced heavy rainfall in the last 72 hours due to Cyclone Arnab. Many districts, including Patna, were hit by winds blowing at a speed of 50 kmph. The maximum temperature in the state has reached around 25 degrees Celsius. According to department data, Khagaria recorded the highest rainfall in the last 24 hours, which was 474 percent above average. This is followed by Siwan and Begusarai with 450%, while Munger recorded more than 339% rainfall. The water levels of Kosi-Bagmeet and Gandak...