(Anjali Shreya, Intern Journalist): Many districts are in the grip of devastation due to the deepening havoc of floods in Bihar. It has also affected trains. The water pressure on the Darbhanga-Sitamadhi Rail Route of North Bihar remains severe. The operation of trains on this route has been stopped until further orders. The route of four trains including the Bihar Sampark Kranti Express going from the Samastipur route has also been changed. Now, these trains are going through Sitamarhi. Due to floods, partial closure and commencement of many trains of this route have also been done.
Trains on Darbhanga-Samastipur Rail section have been closed since July 24 due to water pressure on Rail Bridge No. 16 near Hayaghat station of Darbhanga-Hyghat block. Water pressure has increased on the bridge. Also, water has now reached the rail track. Railways are trying to save the track.