More than 11 lakh affected in flood, rescue ops intensified: Assam CM
Guwahati, Aug 1
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday said that the state's flood relief operations have been further intensified, with the number of relief distribution centres rising to 1,811 as the government continues efforts to provide assistance, rehabilitation and restore normalcy in the flood-ravaged areas.
Sharing the latest flood situation on social media, the Chief Minister said relief operations are being expanded across the state to reach affected families.
According to the official flood bulletin covering the period from April 29 to July 31 (11:59 p.m.), floods have affected 25 districts, 77 revenue circles and 2,251 villages across Assam. More than 11.45 lakh people have been impacted by the floods, while 218 relief camps are currently sheltering 71,889 displaced persons. The state has also established 1,811 relief distribution centres to ensure the supply of food, drinking water and other essential items to affected residents.
The bulletin stated that 82 people have lost their lives in flood-related incidents during the current flood season. Sivasagar has reported the highest number of fatalities at 42, followed by Charaideo (21), Jorhat (9), Dhemaji (3), Golaghat (3), Karbi Anglong (2), Sonitpur (1) and Kamrup (1).
Two persons remain missing, one each from Sivasagar and Dhemaji districts.
Floodwaters have also caused widespread damage to residential properties, with 2,530 houses reported to be fully damaged and another 9,668 partially damaged. A total of 29,985 people have been evacuated from vulnerable areas as rescue and relief operations continue.
The Chief Minister reiterated that the government's priority remains relief, rehabilitation and restoring normalcy in the affected regions, while officials continue to monitor the flood situation and provide assistance to displaced families.
The flood season, which began in late April, has affected large parts of Upper Assam, Central Assam and several districts in western Assam, causing extensive damage to infrastructure, agriculture and residential areas.
— IANS
Reader Comments
My heart goes out to the people of Sivasagar - 42 deaths is devastating. The CM has been proactive in relief ops, but we need better flood management infrastructure. Dredging the Brahmaputra and building more embankments should be a priority. Stay safe, Assam! 🇮🇳
Every year this happens, every year we see the same story. 82 lives lost, thousands of houses damaged. The government talks about relief, but where is the prevention? We need to question why the same areas flood every monsoon without any permanent solution.
I'm from Guwahati and have seen the situation firsthand. The relief camps are doing their best but the scale is overwhelming. 71,889 people in camps, 29,985 evacuated - these numbers show how serious this is. We need more volunteers and donations. Let's all help in whatever way we can. 💪
This is tragic. As someone who travels to Assam for work, I've seen how resilient the people are. The CM's statement about restoring normalcy is good, but the government must also address the underlying causes. Climate change is making these floods worse each year.
It's commendable that the CM is personally monitoring the situation. The increase to 1,811 relief centers shows commitment. But the real test will be in the rehabilitation phase. Those 2,530 families with fully damaged homes need more than temporary relief. 🙏
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