Every year during the monsoon season, the mighty Ganges unleashes its full force, causing widespread flooding. The primary force behind it is the relentless monsoon rainfall across the river's vast Himalayan catchment, torrential rain that seems almost biblical in its intensity. The Ganges, one of the highest sediment-carrying rivers in the world, only deepens the crisis: over the years, silt raises the river bed and narrows the channel, so the swelling waters climb higher and reach further with each passing season.
As a result, areas in Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar are regularly inundated with floodwaters, wreaking havoc on the lives of those who call this region home. And yet, amidst all of this chaos and destruction, life in Kashi carries on, indomitable and resilient. This series bears testament to the human spirit, showing how riverside communities adapt and endure in the face of a flood that returns each year. From navigating the floodwaters in boats and lifting their homes and livelihoods to higher ground, to finding solace in the arms of loved ones, the people of Kashi embody the very essence of hope and perseverance.
