Odisha on high alert for flood as Mahanadi level rises; over 6 lakh hit

3 min readUpdated: Jul 30, 2026 01:31 PM IST A temple remains submerged in floodwater in Odisha’s Keonjhar district on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Schools and anganwadi centres in 10 districts have been ordered to remain closed due to the flood situation. (PTI Photo)Odisha remains on high alert over flood threats in the northern districts. Rising levels in the Mahanadi prompted authorities to prepare for a possible flood in the downstream regions. The flood situation has impacted more than six lakh people; over 1.65 lakh were evacuated from the worst hit regions. ALSO READ | Assam floods toll rises to 78; heavy rain forecast has state on edgeMeanwhile, rising water levels in the Mahanadi have emerged as a major concern, prompting authorities to alert districts along the river basin after hea