Archive · 31 May 2025
Assam Landslides Claim Lives Amidst Persistent Heavy Rainfall
Heavy rain has caused big problems in Assam, especially in Guwahati.
Sadly, some people have died in landslides.
Many areas are flooded, and schools and government offices are closed for safety.
The government is watching closely, and they have issued warnings for more rain.
Rescue teams are helping, and people should be careful because the rain may continue.
Five fatalities, including children, were reported in Guwahati due to landslides.
Urban floods have impacted three districts: Kamrup, Kamrup (Metro), and Cachar.
Several districts are under a 'red alert' due to ongoing heavy rainfall.
Schools, colleges, and state government offices in Kamrup and Kamrup (Metro) are closed.
The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) is managing the situation.
- Who
- Residents of Assam, the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), and government officials.
- What
- Landslides, urban flooding, and widespread disruption.
- When
- The last 24 hours and expected to persist.
- Where
- Assam, particularly Guwahati and surrounding districts.
- Why
- Continuous and heavy rainfall in Assam, Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh.
Government
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Response to Rainfall
Government
The government is monitoring the situation and providing special leave to employees.
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- Fatalities
- 5, including children
- Affected Districts
- Kamrup, Kamrup (Metro), Cachar, Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Golaghat
- Red Alert Districts
- Chirang, Baksa, Barpeta, Bongaigaon, Bajali, Tamulpur, Darrang and Udalguri
- School and College Status
- Closed in Kamrup and Kamrup (Metro) districts.
- Government Employee Leave
- Special casual leave granted in Kamrup and Kamrup (Metro) districts.
Sources
Furnish report on steps taken to tackle floods: HC to state
Intense rain & run-off from Meghalaya hills flood city
IMD issues red alert in Assam: Guwahati hit by severe flooding amid heavy rainfall
Rain-triggered disasters claim lives in Mizoram, Nagaland; northeast braces for more
Heavy downpour triggers landslips in Meghalaya
Silchar faces severe flooding as monsoon rains begin
3 NE states witness heavy rainfall, showers till today
Half of Guwahati under water after 37mm rain in 24 hrs; 9 flights diverted, 1 dies in Mizoram
Torrential rains trigger landslides, flooding across Manipur
Incessant rain batters Assam, Guwahati hit by severe waterlogging; red alert issued
