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Assam Floods: Death Toll Reaches 75

Assam Floods: Death Toll Reaches 75
Assam Floods: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma steps up relief efforts as 7 new fatalities push death toll to 75 · livemint.com

There have been really bad floods in Assam, India.

So far, 75 people have died, and more than 3 lakh people have been affected.

The worst-hit area is Charaideo, where over 1.4 lakh people are impacted.

The floods are still affecting seven districts and many villages.

The government is trying to help, but some people think they could do more.

The Chief Minister has announced a relief package of Rs 9 lakh for the families of the deceased and other assistance for the affected people.

Key facts

Total Deaths
75
Affected Population
3,32,639
Worst-Hit District
Charaideo
Number of Districts Affected
7
Number of Villages Affected
622
Relief Camps Operational
81
Displaced People Sheltered
32,477
Relief Distribution Centres
34
Crop Area Submerged
45,341.98 hectares
Relief Package
Rs 9 lakh for affected families

Timeline

  1. Assam braces for heavy rain for four days.

  2. Rivers overflow, triggering severe floods.

  3. Floodwaters rise, claiming lives, displacing thousands.

  4. Death toll hits 75, over 300,000 affected; Charaideo hardest hit.

Quotes

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma

Chief Minister of Assam

“"Creating a congenial atmosphere for children in relief camps remains our focus. Dedicated spaces for learning & playing are helping ensure that the impact of floods does not interrupt their childhood and they are not adversely affected due to the ongoing situation,"”
thestatesman.com telegraphindia.com livemint.com
“Under the revised arrangement, the existing ex gratia of Rs 4 lakh will continue. An additional Rs 5 lakh will be provided from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, and the total assistance will now be Rs 9 lakh per deceased person.”
news18.com

Sources

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