New Delhi, March 27 -- A recent survey has revealed glaring deficiencies in flood relief and rehabilitation measures in Bihar's Kosi region.

The study, conducted by Kosi Nav Nirman Manch, covered 1,081 families across 38 villages in Supaul, Saharsa, Madhubani and Darbhanga districts, found that not only did the early warning system fail, but the majority of flood-affected families were left without government assistance.

Shockingly, 62.1 per cent of households received no rescue or relief support, while rehabilitation efforts were equally inadequate, leaving most victims without proper resettlement or compensation.

The survey highlighted a critical breakdown in disaster communication, with only 26.2 per cent of families receiving flood...