In a recent development, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has issued an apology for his remarks regarding the role of education and women in population control, made during a session of the state assembly.
Bihar flood situation worsens as toll reaches 153; 1.08 cr people in 17 districts affected; heavy rainfall predicted for Saturday
Bihar flood situation worsens as toll reaches 153; 1.08 cr people in 17 districts affected; heavy rainfall predicted for Saturday
The Toll In Bihar Floods Rose To 153 On Friday While The Number Of Those Marooned In 17 Districts Of The State Crossed The One-crore Mark. PTI | Updated on: 18 Aug 2017, 11:18:28 PM
Patna:
The toll in Bihar floods rose to 153 on Friday while the number of those marooned in 17 districts of the state crossed the one-crore mark.
Araria district accounted for 30 deaths, West Champaran 23, Sitamarhi 13, Madhubani 8 and Katihar 7. 11 each have died in Kisanganj, East Champaran and Supual and 9 each in Purnea and Madhepura.