Prayagraj, Aug. 4 -- Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya conducted an aerial survey of the flood-affected areas in Prayagraj on Monday, as the rising water level of River Ganga triggered alarm across the region.

After the aerial survey, Maurya said that the current flood situation had crossed the severity of the 2013 floods.

"Today, I did an aerial survey of the flood-affected areas in Prayagraj. After this, I will also do a survey from the boat. This flood is surpassing the flood levels of 2013. The water level of the River Ganga is increasing continuously, which is a matter of concern. The Govt is doing everything to help the flood-affected people... It is the priority of the government to ensure that the people d...