PATNA, Aug. 5 -- Relentless monsoon rains coupled with overflowing rivers have unleashed misery on the lives of thousands of people and taken its toll on critical road infrastructure, including the double-decker flyover on Ashok Rajpath and a section of the Bakhtiyarpur-Mokama four-lane on (NH31) near Barh. These projects have become stark symbols of vulnerability as floods and incessant rains wreak havoc across the state, worsened by rising water in major rivers. The double-decker flyover, a Rs.422 crore marvel opened on June 11, by CM Nitish Kumar, aimed to ease congestion along Ashok Rajpath and provide smooth access to Patna Medical College and Hospital. Built by Bihar Rajya Pul Nirman Nigam Limited, the 2.2-km structure was hailed as a game-changer. Yet, within two months, rains over the past 48 hours have exposed its fragility. Cracks appeared on Sunday and a gaping crater has emerged on the upper deck, exacerbated by waterlogging in areas like Kankarbagh and Rajendra Nagar. Poor drainage systems have compounded the disaster, leaving residents alarmed and authorities silent on structural safety. Social media buzz is rife with accusations of substandard materials and corruption. Similarly, the Bakhtiyarpur-Mokama four-lane on NH31, a greenfield project inaugurated recently with a revised Rs.1,167 crore budget, suffered a 1-km side slope collapse near Rani Sarai. Initially slated for completion by March 2023 but delayed by land acquisition issues, this stretch near Barh was meant to boost regional connectivity. National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) regional officer NL Yeotkar said the damaged portions had been repaired, ensuring no traffic disruption. However, the incident raises red flags about monsoon resilience. These damages are part of a broader pattern. Across Bihar, major district and rural roads have crumbled under continued rains and swollen rivers, a recurring issue worsened by climate change. As per the Central Water Commission, Ganga is flowing close to danger level at key gauge stations: 50.38 meters at Digha Ghat (danger level 50.45 metres), 49.11 metres at Gandhi Ghat (danger level 48.60 metres), and 45 cm above danger mark at Hathidah, as well as in Bhagalpur. Kosi has surged 1.15 metres above danger mark in Khagaria, while Burhi Gandak exceeds it in East Champaran....