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The Indian government is reviving its plan to establish a new water resources management authority, the North East Water Management Authority (Newma), to oversee projects in the northeastern states. Newma is intended to replace the Brahmaputra Board, which has faced challenges in achieving its objectives due to staff shortages and political disagreements. The new authority is expected to have a wider mandate and greater powers, including the ability to implement projects without seeking approval from the Central Water Commission. This move aims to address critical water management issues in the region, particularly flood control and erosion, while also strengthening India’s claim to river water originating in China.

Assam continues to grapple with devastating floods, impacting over 2.4 million people. The death toll has surpassed 50, with major rivers overflowing their banks. The Brahmaputra and its tributaries, along with the Barak River, are all flowing above danger levels. The floods have submerged vast tracts of agricultural land and caused urban flooding in several districts. The government is working to provide relief and aid to affected communities.