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Assam Floods Suspend Ferry to Majuli

Assam Floods Suspend Ferry to Majuli
Assam Flood: Ferry connectivity to Majuli suspended after water level rises · thehansindia.com

In Assam, India, the Brahmaputra River's water level has risen a lot, causing floods.

Because of this, all ferry services to Majuli, a big river island, have been stopped.

This is to keep people safe because the water is too high and strong, and there is floating debris.

Thousands of people who travel daily for work, school, and medical needs are affected.

The floods have also caused some deaths and affected many people in several districts.

Authorities are advising people to avoid unnecessary travel and wait for official updates.

Key facts

Location
Majuli, Assam
Affected Districts
Charaideo, Dhemaji, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Sivasagar, Tinsukia, Udalguri
Total Affected People
57,100
Fatalities
5
Worst-Affected District
Charaideo
Ferry Services Suspended
All ferry services between Majuli and Jorhat
Reason for Suspension
Rising water levels and unsafe navigation conditions

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