Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Assam Floods: Death Toll Rises to 31
Assam is facing severe floods that have killed 31 people and affected over 5.65 lakh people.
The government is providing relief, but many areas are still inaccessible.
The worst-hit district is Sivasagar.
The weather forecast predicts more rain, making the situation worse.
Rescue teams are working hard to save people and distribute supplies.
Death toll rises to 31 with 21 deaths in the last 24 hours.
Over 5.65 lakh people affected across 12 districts.
Government announces ₹4 lakh ex gratia for families of the deceased.
Relief efforts face challenges due to inaccessible areas and damaged infrastructure.
Rescue teams have saved over 6,000 people and distributed essential supplies.
- Who
- Over 5.65 lakh people across 12 districts in Assam
- What
- Floods and heavy rainfall
- When
- Ongoing, with recent escalation in the last 24 hours
- Where
- Assam, India
- Why
- Incessant rain and rising river levels
Government Response
Critics
Relief Efforts
Government Response
The government is doing its best to provide relief and has set up numerous camps and distributed supplies.
Critics
Relief efforts are inadequate, with many areas still inaccessible and supplies not reaching those in need.
- Death Toll
- 31
- People Affected
- Over 5.65 lakh
- Districts Affected
- 12
- Relief Camps
- 273
- Rescued People
- Over 6,000
- Ex Gratia Announced
- ₹4 lakh per deceased
- Worst-Hit District
- Sivasagar
- Weather Alert
- Yellow alert for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall
