Children in Barh cross flooded river to reach primary school
India
In Barh, Bihar, students are crossing a flooded river on a makeshift iron float just to get to their primary school.
Floodwater from the Ganga has raised the Muhane River's water level, so kids are braving risky conditions, with no adult accompanying them.
A video of this has gone viral, highlighting how far some children go for education.
Adarsh Aniket warns crossing is dangerous
Adarsh Aniket, the teacher in charge, says the crossing is dangerous and wishes parents could escort their kids. But since many parents work as laborers, that's not always possible.
Officials say there's a longer but safer road route, about 2km, and have advised families to use it.
The situation has sparked concern about child safety, and officials have advised families to use the safer route.