Patna has extended the closure of 76 rural schools until September 26 due to rising Ganga river levels, prioritising student safety as flood risks impact low-lying areas across multiple districts.

A section of the Malia Tetarhat bridge over the Kiul river in Bihar's Lakhisarai district tilted on Monday, marking the second incident in the state within 24 hours.

The Ganga River is flowing above the danger level in Bihar's capital Patna. The flood-like situation has prompted the district administration to extend the closure of schools till6.

The Ganga was flowing above the danger mark at Gandhi Ghat, Hathidah and Digha Ghat, according to a statement issued by the district administration.

The Ganga was reported to be flowing above the danger mark at Gandhi Ghat, Hathidah, and Digha Ghat, further prompting the closure of schools in vulnerable areas.

Patna: Seventy-six schools in the rural areas of Patna district were closed for three days as the water level of the Ganga crossed the danger mark on Wednesday, according to a notification. The decision was taken for the safety of students and teachers,