Assam witnessed a gradual improvement in the flood situation as floodwaters receded from several parts of the State on Thursday. However, over 3.5 lakh people across 11 districts continue to be affected, according to an official bulletin.
The Brahmaputra River, along with other major rivers, remains above the danger level at various locations, indicating ongoing challenges despite the receding water levels.
As per the bulletin, a total of 3,55,400 individuals are still grappling with the aftermath of the deluge in districts including Cachar, Dhemaji, Dhubri, Dibrugarh, Goalpara, Golaghat, Kamrup Metropolitan, Karimganj, Nagaon, Nalbari, and Sivasgar. Among the worst-hit districts, Dhubri leads with nearly 80,000 affected people, followed closely by Nagaon (77,500) and Cachar (72,000).
Earlier this week, the number of affected individuals was over 4.04 lakh in 12 districts. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority reported that this year’s floods, combined with lightning and storms, have claimed 113 lives so far.
Relief efforts are in place with nearly 13,000 people taking refuge in 66 relief camps, while 19 relief distribution centers are providing assistance to over 11,000 individuals. Approximately 16,673 hectares of cropland remain submerged, impacting agricultural activities, while more than 1,63,800 domestic animals and poultry have also been affected.
The Brahmaputra River continues to flow above the red mark at Dhubri, Disang at Nanglamuraghat, and Rukni at Dholai, indicating ongoing risks despite the improving situation. Reports of damage to embankments, houses, roads, bridges, and other critical infrastructure have been received from various districts, underlining the extensive impact of the floods on Assam’s communities and infrastructure.
