The flood situation in Assam continues to be dire, with three more deaths reported and new areas being inundated. Despite a slight decrease in the number of affected people, the situation remains a major concern, according to reports.
Rivers continued to be in spate, forcing affected residents to seek shelter in relief camps. As per a bulletin issued by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), 535,246 individuals across 13 districts were impacted by the floods. This represents a decrease from the 601,642 affected individuals reported on Saturday across 10 districts.
Tragically, the flood-related fatalities since May 28 have now reached 18, with two deaths reported in Cachar and one in Nagaon. The Kopili, Barak, and Kushiyara rivers remained above danger levels, the ASDMA bulletin noted.
Nagaon has been the worst-affected district, with 303,567 people still displaced. Cachar followed with 109,798 affected individuals, and Hojai with 86,382.
A total of 193 relief camps have been established across various districts, providing shelter to over 39,000 displaced people. Additionally, 82 relief distribution centers are actively providing assistance.
Multiple agencies, including the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and local administration, are actively involved in rescue and relief operations. Medical teams have also been deployed to provide healthcare in affected areas.
Reports have emerged of widespread infrastructure damage, including roads, bridges, and other property, further highlighting the severity of the situation.
