The flood situation in Khagaria, Bihar, has created difficult circumstances for its residents. Approximately 1.25 lakh people are affected by the flooding from the Ganga and Burhi Gandak rivers. Several villages are inundated, with roads becoming inaccessible. The worst-affected areas are Khagaria Sadar, Parbatta, and Gogri blocks, where schools, colleges, and farmlands have been submerged.
In a unique display of resilience, a groom from Borna, Gogri block, chose a boat as his mode of transport for his wedding. The groom, Mohammad Zafar, and his wedding party arrived at Dighon in Beldaur block by boat, highlighting the impact of the floods on daily life. After the wedding ceremony, the bride also returned with her groom on a boat, symbolizing unity amidst adversity. The story of this wedding has touched many, gaining significant attention.