Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Assam floods toll rises to 11
In Assam, India, floods have caused 11 deaths and affected over 3.10 lakh people in 11 districts.
Major rivers like the Brahmaputra and Dikhow are flowing above danger levels, causing widespread damage.
Relief operations are being carried out by the Army, NDRF, SDRF, and Fire and Emergency Services.
Over 9,000 people have been evacuated, and 52 relief camps are housing displaced people.
Train services have been disrupted, with special trains being run to assist stranded passengers.
The government has stationed cabinet ministers in affected districts to supervise relief measures.
The toll in Assam floods has risen to 11.
Over 3.10 lakh people are affected in 11 districts.
Major rivers like the Brahmaputra and Dikhow are flowing above danger levels.
Relief operations are being carried out by multiple agencies, including the Army and NDRF.
Train services have been disrupted, with special trains being run to assist stranded passengers.
- Who
- Residents of 11 districts in Assam
- What
- Floods and relief operations
- When
- July 21
- Where
- Assam, India
- Why
- Major rivers flowing above danger levels
Government Response
Critics
Effectiveness of Relief Operations
Government Response
The government has deployed multiple agencies and set up relief camps, evacuating over 9,000 people.
Critics
Critics argue that more could be done to prevent loss of life and property.
- Toll
- 11
- Affected People
- Over 3.10 lakh
- Affected Districts
- 11
- Relief Camps
- 52
- Displaced People in Camps
- 12,720
- Submerged Crop Area
- 14,411.267 hectares
- Rivers Above Danger Level
- Brahmaputra, Dikhow, Desang, Dhansiri
- Rescue Agencies Involved
- Army, NDRF, SDRF, Fire and Emergency Services
