The flood situation across Assam has shown signs of improvement, although one more fatality has pushed the state's cumulative flood-related death toll for the year to 105, according to official statements. Based on the latest bulletin released by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the most recent casualty was recorded in the Sivasagar district, where an individual tragically drowned in the floodwaters.
Affected Districts And Population
Approximately 31,900 individuals continue to grapple with the aftermath of the floods spanning across the districts of Golaghat, Jorhat, Nagaon, and Sivasagar. Nagaon remains the most severely hit region, accounting for nearly 20,000 impacted residents, followed closely by Jorhat with over 5,000 affected people and Sivasagar with more than 4,500 residents facing hardships. Despite these figures, the overall count of affected people has dropped significantly since Sunday, when nearly 52,000 residents across five districts were caught in the deluge.
Relief Operations And Infrastructure Damage
To support those who have been displaced from their homes, local administration units are operating 15 relief camps and distribution centers distributed across four districts, extending assistance to 2,782 impacted individuals, as noted by the ASDMA. At present, 147 villages remain submerged underwater, and a staggering 3,198.77 hectares of crop land have suffered extensive damage throughout the state. Furthermore, floodwaters have severely battered local infrastructure, leaving embankments, roadways, and bridges damaged. The widespread inundation has also impacted 16,323 domestic animals and poultry units across Assam.
Government Financial Assistance And Relief Measures
Meanwhile, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated on Monday that 96,842 flood-affected families have successfully received a one-time financial relief package of Rs 15,000 each, following the initiation of a comprehensive damage assessment by the state government. The administration has expended a total of Rs 146.26 crore toward the distributed financial aid so far. The Chief Minister noted that beneficiary lists remain under preparation and approximately 3,000 additional families could be incorporated during the upcoming phase. He further mentioned that eligible beneficiaries have received Rs 2,500 under the Orunodoi scheme, noting that the government is utilizing direct monetary support to assist families as they return to their homes.
