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Assam floods worsen, death toll rises to 75
In Assam, India, heavy rains have caused severe floods affecting over 3.32 lakh people in seven districts.
The worst-hit areas are Charaideo, Sivasagar, and Jorhat.
Many villages are underwater, and crops and animals have suffered significant losses.
The government has set up relief camps and is distributing food and supplies.
Rescue teams are using boats to help people in need.
Homes and schools have been damaged, and the death toll has risen to 75.
The situation is being closely monitored by the government.
Over 3.32 lakh people affected across seven districts in Assam due to floods.
622 villages inundated, with Charaideo being the worst-affected district.
Extensive damage to agriculture, with 45,341.98 hectares of crop area submerged.
Over 2.56 lakh animals affected, and more than 26,000 livestock washed away.
Government has set up 81 relief camps and deployed 67 boats for rescue operations.
- Who
- Over 3.32 lakh people across seven districts of Assam
- What
- Floods causing extensive damage to infrastructure, agriculture, and livestock
- Where
- Assam, India (Sivasagar, Charaideo, Golaghat, Jorhat, Nagaon, Sonitpur, Kamrup Metropolitan)
- When
- As of July 28, 2026
- Why
- Heavy rainfall and river Dhansiri (South) flowing above danger level
Government Response
Citizen Concerns
Relief Efforts
Government Response
The government has set up 81 relief camps and is distributing essential supplies.
Citizen Concerns
Some citizens feel the relief efforts are insufficient and slow.
Key facts
- Affected People
- 3.32 lakh
- Affected Districts
- Sivasagar, Charaideo, Golaghat, Jorhat, Nagaon, Sonitpur, Kamrup Metropolitan
- Inundated Villages
- 622
- Worst-Affected District
- Charaideo
- Submerged Crop Area
- 45,341.98 hectares
- Affected Animals
- 2.56 lakh
- Livestock Washed Away
- 26,000
- Relief Camps
- 81
- People in Shelters
- 32,477
- Boats Deployed
- 67
- Damaged Houses
- 171 fully, 4,667 partially
- Death Toll
- 75
Timeline
Assam's Sivasagar district deluged by heavy rain, rivers swell.
Floodwaters rise, forcing evacuations.
First lives lost as crisis deepens.
Toll climbs to 75, over 3.32 lakh affected.
Charaideo, Sivasagar, Jorhat among worst-hit districts.
Quotes
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Chief Minister of Assam
“This year's flood was driven by a complex interaction of natural processes and anthropogenic factors. Intense rainfall in the narrow valleys triggered a rapid surge in river water levels, which was further intensified by continuous hill excavation, widespread deforestation, and breaches of embankments. A possible impact of dam water release cannot be ruled out, collectively culminating in a catastrophic disaster.”
NDTV
“"Over and above the Rs 4 lakh ex gratia per victim that is paid at present, we have decided to give additional Rs 5 lakh to the families of the deceased from the CM's Relief Fund."”
rediff.com
Ahmad Ali Ayyubi
Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) Assam president
“The government was monitoring the situation closely”
wionews.com
Sources
Assam floods: Over 4.45 lakh affected across six districts; 631 villages inundated, Charaideo worst-hit
Assam flood death toll touches 75; over 3.3 lakh affected
Assam Floods: 4.45 Lakh Affected Across 6 Districts as Dhansiri Crosses Danger Mark, 631 Villages Inundated
Assam Floods: Why Extreme Rainfall Turns Into A Recurring Disaster
Assam flood toll mounts to 75 with 7 more deaths; 3.32 lakh people affected
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