Assam’s flood situation showed further improvement. Over 3 lakh 30 thousand people are still reeling under the deluge in 12 districts.
Two people died due to floods and landslides in the Kamrup Metro district in the afternoon today. About 1000 villages and over 12500 hectares of crop areas have been damaged across the state.
The State Government has engaged SDRF teams for rescue operations. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority, over 36 thousand people are in the 133 relief camps and embankments breached were reported at seven locations today.
Rainfall has been less in most districts and scattered in some, leading to a recession in the water level of the major rivers. Meanwhile, the Indian Meteorological Department has informed that moderate rain is very likely to occur at isolated places of the upper Assam districts.
The current first wave of floods and landslides has so far claimed 23 lives.
According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), 3.37 lakh people across 12 districts remain impacted by the floods, with 41 circles and 999 villages still submerged. While the water levels of major rivers like the Brahmaputra are trending downward, several areas continue to experience high water levels, causing ongoing disruption.
The worst-affected region is Sribhumi, where nearly 1.93 lakh people are dealing with the flooding. Other severely impacted districts include Hailakandi (73,724 affected) and Cachar (56,398 affected).
The floodwaters have also inundated large agricultural areas, with more than 12,659 hectares of cropland remaining submerged. Additionally, the impact of the floodwaters has been widespread, with two districts still grappling with “urban floods” affecting around 284 people.
The death toll has risen due to two additional fatalities, one from the floods and another from a landslide in the Kamrup Metropolitan district. The ongoing crisis has displaced over 36,000 people, who are currently taking refuge in 133 relief camps, while 68 relief distribution centres have been set up in the affected areas to provide food and essential supplies.
Despite some areas improving, the situation remains critical, with over 40,000 displaced people still in need of shelter and assistance. The number of displaced people has been higher in some districts, especially those impacted by floods and landslides.
The floods have had a devastating impact on Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its population of one-horned rhinoceroses. Floodwaters have inundated large portions of the park, forcing wildlife to seek refuge in higher ground. Forest authorities are working closely to monitor the situation and minimize the damage to wildlife.
The Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, home to many animals, has also been severely affected, with 70% of the sanctuary submerged. In total, 296,765 animals are reported to be affected by the floodwaters