Bettiah, Sept. 30 -- Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary on Wednesday said the state government would strengthen and concretise the embankments along the Gandak and Kosi rivers, with survey work already underway.

Chaudhary said strengthening the embankments would help reduce the risk of damage during floods and ensure better protection for vulnerable areas.

The Chief Minister made the announcement while reviewing the flood situation and administrative preparedness at PM Shri Government 2 High School, Bathna, in the Fatu Chhapar area of Bairia block in West Champaran district.

In Bathna, the officials briefed the Chief Minister on the flood situation in the district, ongoing relief and rescue operations, and administrative preparedness....