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In view of scant rainfall across North Bihar, Development Commissioner and Additional Chief Secretary of the Disaster Management Department, Pratyaya Amrit, held a high-level review meeting on Monday to assess the situation and direct necessary interventions.

During the meeting, Amrit emphasised the need to ensure an uninterrupted electricity supply to agricultural feeders for at least 14 hours daily to support irrigation needs. Officials from key departments — including Agriculture, Water Resources, Public Health Engineering, Bihar State Power Holding Company, and Disaster Management — participated in the review.

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It was revealed that 16 districts in North Bihar are experiencing deficient rainfall. These include Samastipur, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Katihar, Purnia, Araria, Gopalganj, Siwan, East Champaran, West Champaran, Sitamarhi, Shivhar, Muzaffarpur, Supaul, Madhepura, and Saharsa. District-level officials joined the discussion via video conferencing.

The review covered multiple aspects of the emerging situation:

-Rainfall & Groundwater: Recent data on rainfall patterns, groundwater levels, and the status of canal water availability up to the tail ends were assessed.

-Kharif Crop Coverage: Progress of Kharif crop sowing and area coverage was reviewed in detail.

-Electricity Supply: District-wise electricity distribution, especially in rural regions, was discussed. Directions were issued to maintain a consistent power supply to mitigate agricultural stress.

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-Drinking Water: The availability of drinking water and the status of groundwater levels were examined to prevent any shortage in the coming days.

Authorities have been instructed to remain vigilant and continue monitoring the evolving situation closely to prevent agricultural and drinking water crises.