Patna, Oct. 1 -- Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Thursday said that the government was on alert mode over rising river levels and has instructed the authorities to maintain special vigil for the next 48 hours.

After inspecting the rising water level of the Ganga from J P Ganga Path here, ChoudharySaid that assistance from the Indian Air Force had also been sought for relief and rescue operations.

He directed officials to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of people and prevent any inconvenience to the public. The Chief Minister said the state government was fully alert in view of the rising water levels in the rivers and had directed officials to maintain special vigilance for the next 48 hours.

Choudhary said reco...