KOSHI BARRAGE — Twenty-three gates of the Koshi Barrage were opened after the water level in the Saptakoshi River reached the danger mark, prompting authorities to urge people living along the river to remain alert.The rise in the Saptakoshi followed continued rainfall, which increased the river's flow and pushed the water level to the danger threshold. Nagarik News, citing the barrage control room, reported that the flow reached about 182,000 cusecs at 7:15 p.m. on September 14.
With the river level rising, 23 sluice gates at the Koshi Barrage were opened to allow water to pass through the structure and reduce potential risk, according to the report. Technical teams and security personnel were also monitoring the barrage and embankment areas.
A subsequent report on the morning of September 15 said the Saptakoshi was flowing at 181,775 cusecs at 7:15 a.m. and that 23 gates remained open. The barrage control room said the river was still at the danger level.
Local authorities urged residents of riverside communities in Sunsari and Saptari districts to maintain a high level of caution as the Saptakoshi remained elevated.
People living around the Koshi River should follow official safety instructions and avoid approaching potentially hazardous riverbank areas while elevated water levels persist.
The verified reports relate to the situation on September 14–15, 2026. Because the supplied paragraph did not include a publication URL or timestamp, the condition should not be described as the current situation on September 21 without a newer official update.
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