1. Assam’s flood situation improved, but 1.3 lakh were still affected across seven districts, state official bulletin.
2. Over 1,29,500 people remain affected by floods in Cachar, Hailakandi, Hojai, West Karbi Anglong, Karimganj, Morigaon, and Nagaon.
3. Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) reported the ongoing impact in various districts.
Guwahati, June 07: The flood situation in Assam showed significant improvement on Thursday, though approximately 1.3 lakh people are still grappling with the aftermath across seven districts, according to an official bulletin.
The latest report from the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) indicates that more than 1,29,500 people remain affected by the floods in Cachar, Hailakandi, Hojai, West Karbi Anglong, Karimganj, Morigaon, and Nagaon districts.
Among these, Nagaon is the most severely impacted, with over 55,000 residents suffering, followed by Cachar with 51,000 affected individuals and Karimganj, where 11,000 people are still dealing with floodwaters.
Just a day earlier, nearly 2.5 lakh people were impacted across eight districts by the floodwaters.
This year’s monsoon-related calamities, including floods, landslides, and storms, have resulted in a total of 34 casualties to date.
In response to the ongoing crisis, authorities are managing 78 relief camps across five districts, which currently house 16,947 people.
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Additionally, 25 relief distribution centres are operating in the same districts to support the affected populations.
Over the last 24 hours, relief efforts have been robust, with the distribution of 318.11 quintals of rice, 42.57 quintals of dal, 12.25 quintals of salt, and 1,912.9 litres of mustard oil among the flood victims.
Despite the overall improvement, the situation remains dire in many areas. A total of 293 villages are still submerged, and 5,702.1 hectares of crop areas have been damaged across the state, according to the ASDMA report.
Floodwaters have inflicted damage on critical infrastructure, including embankments, roads, and bridges, particularly in the Cachar, Hojai, Morigaon, and Nagaon districts.
The ASDMA also reported that the Kopili River at Kampur and Dharamtul, as well as the Kushiyara River at Karimganj, continue to flow above the danger marks, exacerbating the flood situation in these regions.
The extensive flooding has not only affected human lives but also impacted livestock significantly. Over 26,800 domestic animals and poultry are affected statewide, adding another layer of complexity to the ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts.
Efforts to alleviate the situation are in full swing, with both state authorities and local communities working tirelessly to provide relief and restore normalcy.
The improvement in flood conditions brings a glimmer of hope, but the path to full recovery remains long and arduous.
The focus now is on providing continuous support to the affected populations, ensuring they receive the necessary aid to rebuild their lives and livelihoods.
As the floodwaters gradually recede, the authorities are expected to intensify their efforts to repair damaged infrastructure and support agricultural recovery.
The situation underscores the importance of robust disaster management strategies and the need for sustained efforts to mitigate the impact of such natural calamities in the future
