Floods Submerge Villages, Damage Crops in Jajpur as Rivers Swell

Embankment breaches and rising water levels in Dasarathpur and other areas have disrupted normal life, with several villages affected by floodwaters.

JAJPUR, Odisha, 17/08/2026 — Jajpur district is facing another wave of flooding this monsoon, with the Baitarani, Brahmani and other rivers rising above danger levels and affecting low-lying areas.

Rising water levels and breaches in river embankments have affected parts of Dasarathpur and other blocks. Floodwaters have entered homes, farmland and roads in several areas, forcing some residents to move to safer locations, including embankments and relief shelters.

Rivers in spate

According to reports, the Baitarani has crossed the danger mark at several locations in Jajpur district, while the Brahmani and other rivers have also recorded rising water levels. The situation has led to breaches and damage to embankments in some areas, affecting road connectivity and increasing the risk of further inundation.

Reports from affected areas indicate that residents in several villages have been facing difficulties due to rising floodwater. Some families have moved to embankments and rooftops as a precaution and are seeking access to food, drinking water and other essential supplies.

Relief and rescue efforts

The district administration and disaster-response teams have been working to evacuate affected residents and provide essential relief materials. Relief and rescue operations are being carried out in areas where floodwater has disrupted normal connectivity.

Some flood-affected residents have also raised concerns about delays in receiving relief in interior areas. These claims have not been independently verified, while authorities are continuing efforts to reach affected and cut-off locations.

Damage assessment and restoration work will be carried out as the flood situation improves and affected areas become accessible.

Pattern of repeated flooding

This is another major spell of flooding to affect Jajpur during the current monsoon season. Repeated flooding and damage to embankments have affected several low-lying areas of the district and caused losses to homes and agricultural land.

Recent reports indicate that the Baitarani and Brahmani rivers have risen significantly, with embankment breaches reported in parts of Jajpur. The administration has been monitoring vulnerable locations and taking steps to strengthen or repair damaged embankments.

The situation remains under close watch, particularly in Dasarathpur, Bari and other flood-affected blocks.

Weather alert

The India Meteorological Department has forecast further rainfall in parts of Odisha. With water levels remaining high, residents in low-lying and vulnerable areas have been advised to remain alert and follow instructions issued by the local administration.

People living near rivers and damaged embankments are advised to avoid unnecessary movement and shift to designated relief shelters if instructed by authorities.

Source: Local reports and district administration updates