At least 17 people have so far lost their lives in rain-related incidents in Bihar on Sunday as heavy rains continue to lash several parts of the state. "There has been heavy rainfall in some areas since yesterday and water in Ganga river has been rising constantly. With overflowing drains throughout the city, water has also entered different houses in many localities of Patna. In Rajendra Nagar area, the rescue workers were seen escorting people out from flooded areas on tractors. Some of the locals were seen arriving at rescue areas with bread, biscuits, and water to help those trapped in water-logged areas.

Source: dna September 30, 2019 00:11 UTC