Archive · 9 Aug 2026
Samay Raina Donates ₹10 Lakh to Assam Flood Relief Fund
There are very big floods in Assam, a state in India, because it rained a lot.
The water has covered many homes and forced families to leave and stay in relief camps.
A funny man named Samay Raina, who makes videos on TV and the internet, wanted to help.
He gave money, ₹10 lakh, to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund.
The leader of Assam, Mr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, said thank you to Samay for helping.
Many other famous actors gave money too, like Kartik Aaryan and Aamir Khan.
Some actors, like Randeep Hooda and Bhumi Pednekar, visited the flooded areas to see the families and give them food.
The floods started on July 19, and sadly 98 people have died.
More than 1.5 lakh people are still affected by the water.
People across the state are working hard to bring food, shelter, and help to those who need it.
Stand-up comedian and content creator Samay Raina donated ₹10 lakh to the Assam Chief Minister's Relief Fund for flood relief.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma thanked Raina on X on August 8, appreciating his support 'during this difficult time in Assam'.
Heavy monsoon flooding that began on July 19, 2026 has claimed 98 lives and affected over 1.55 lakh people across 13 districts.
Golaghat is the worst-hit district with 58,750 people affected, followed by Sivasagar (48,286) and Jorhat (25,259).
Other celebrities also contributed: Kartik Aaryan (₹1 crore), Aamir Khan Productions (₹25 lakh), Ayushmann Khurrana (₹11 lakh), and Anupam Kher (₹5 lakh), while Randeep Hooda distributed ration kits in Sivasagar and Bhumi Pednekar visited flood-affected areas.
- Who
- Stand-up comedian and content creator Samay Raina, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, and Bollywood celebrities including Kartik Aaryan, Aamir Khan, Ayushmann Khurrana, Anupam Kher, Randeep Hooda, and Bhumi Pednekar.
- What
- Samay Raina donated ₹10 lakh to the Assam Chief Minister's Relief Fund to support flood relief and rehabilitation efforts in the state.
- When
- The donation was acknowledged on August 8, 2026; flooding began after heavy monsoon rains starting July 19, 2026.
- Where
- Assam, India.
- Why
- To help thousands of people displaced and affected by severe monsoon flooding, which has claimed 98 lives.
- Donation amount
- ₹10 lakh from Samay Raina
- Fund recipient
- Assam Chief Minister's Relief Fund
- Acknowledgement
- August 8, 2026, on X by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
- Flooding began
- July 19, 2026
- Death toll
- 98
- People affected
- Over 1.55 lakh across 13 districts
- Worst-hit district
- Golaghat (58,750 affected)
Sources
Assam Floods: Samay Raina Donates ₹10 Lakh To Relief Fund, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Thanks Him For Support During 'Difficult' Time
Samay Raina EXTENDS support to Assam flood victims with ₹10 lakh donation, CM reacts