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A breach in the embankment of the Kani river in Jajpur district has led to widespread flooding, plunging at least 15 panchayats into crisis, including Mallikapur, Kasapa, Mahantipatana, Duduraanta, Susua, Nizampur and Khananagar.
According to officials, the situation may worsen further, with fears that up to 19 panchayats could eventually be affected if the water continues to spread.
In the worst-hit Ahiyaas and Kasapa villages, nearly 5,000 people have been rendered homeless. The displaced families have been shifted to nearby school buildings and other designated shelters, where arrangements for cooked food have been made.
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