The water level of the Ganga River in Varanasi is flowing above the danger mark following days of heavy rains, leading to a flood-like situation in the holy city. The river is flowing above the danger threshold, and all 84 ghats of Kashi are now submerged, causing major disruptions to daily life and religious practices. At Assi Ghat, floodwaters have reached the roads, prompting authorities to vacate shops along the banks. Shopkeepers have begun moving their goods, fearing that floodwater may soon enter their premises.
