Key Points

Assam is currently battling a severe flood crisis affecting multiple districts and displacing thousands of residents. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has been actively monitoring relief efforts, particularly in Hailakandi, where he has ensured medical teams are supporting flood-affected populations. The floods have submerged numerous villages and even impacted critical wildlife habitats like Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary. The situation remains critical, with over 5.60 lakh people across 19 districts experiencing the devastating impact of rising waters.

Key Points: Himanta Sarma Monitors Hailakandi Flood Relief Camps Amid Crisis

  • Assam floods impact over 5.60 lakh people across 19 districts
  • Medical teams deployed in Hailakandi relief camps
  • 117 villages in Morigaon district remain submerged
  • Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary 60% underwater
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Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma takes stock of Hailakandi relief camp

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma visits flood-affected Hailakandi, ensures medical support and relief for displaced residents

"My house has submerged, and we have been living on the road for the past 3-4 days - Baatgram Villager"

Hailakandi, June 6

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday took stock of a relief camp in Assam's Hailakandi. In a post on X, the CM assured that fully equipped medical teams were present in the camps to oversee any health requirements of the people.

"Took stock of a relief camp in Hailakandi where the flood-affected people are sheltered. We are providing all necessary facilities in the camp, including fully equipped Medical teams to oversee any health requirements," the CM wrote in a post.

The CM also stated that he was inquiring about the conditions of the people seeking shelter in the camps of Kalinagar and Panchgram.

"We stand with the flood-affected people of Hailakandi. I am inquiring about the condition of people in Kalinagar and Panchgram Relief Camps," the CM wrote in another post.

Meanwhile, the flood situation in Assam's Morigaon district has shown slight improvement. However, the district still struggles, with 117 villages submerged. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the floodwaters have affected over 5.60 lakh people across 19 districts in the state.

Earlier, it was reported that the flood situation in Assam has reached a critical point. In the Sribhumi district, many houses and commercial areas were inundated, leading to the disruption of normal life.

Reports from Baatgram in the North Sribhumi area reflected the extent of the devastation.

While speaking to ANI on Thursday, a villager from Baatgram described the situation, saying, "My house has submerged, and we have been living on the road for the past 3-4 days. The water level is rising."

Additionally, it was reported that around 60 per cent of Assam's Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, home to the country's highest density of one-horned rhinoceroses, has been submerged due to flooding caused by rising waters from the Brahmaputra River, threatening the habitat of the endangered animal species.

According to sanctuary authorities, 10 out of 17 anti-poaching camps inside the 16 sq km protected area have been inundated, severely affecting forest operations and forcing wildlife, including the iconic species, to move to higher ground."

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Good to see CM Sarma taking personal interest in flood relief efforts. But we need long-term solutions for Assam's annual floods - better embankments, water management systems. Band-aid solutions won't work anymore. 🙏 #AssamFloods
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Priya M.
The situation with Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary is heartbreaking! One-horned rhinos are our pride and their habitat is being destroyed year after year. Can't we have special flood protection measures for wildlife areas? 🦏
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Arjun B.
While relief camps are necessary, I hope the administration is also focusing on preventing water-borne diseases. Floods often bring cholera and other illnesses. Medical teams should stay for weeks after waters recede.
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Sunita R.
My relatives in Morigaon say the situation is still very bad despite 'slight improvement'. Many villages have lost their crops completely. What about compensation for farmers? This is their livelihood gone. 😔
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Vikram P.
Appreciate the CM's visit but why only now? Floods have been devastating Assam for weeks. Our leaders should be more proactive rather than reactive. Also, where are the central ministers? Assam needs more support from Delhi.
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Meena T.
The photos from Hailakandi relief camps show children suffering the most. Hope they're getting proper nutrition and psychological support too. Traumatic experiences in childhood can leave lifelong scars. #SaveAssamChildren

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