Guwahati, June 23: The flood situation in Assam took a turn for the worse as nearly 5 lakh people across 22 districts have been severely affected. The floods have caused significant damage to homes, agricultural lands, and infrastructure, and have disrupted the lives of thousands of residents. Rescue and relief operations are underway to assist the affected population and mitigate the impact of the deluge.
According to the flood report by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the flood situation is most critical in Bajali district, where approximately 2.6 lakh people have been affected. Other heavily affected districts include Nalbari, Barpeta, Lakhimpur, Baksa, Tamulpur, Darrang, and Kokrajhar.
The floodwaters have submerged a vast area of cropland, affecting agricultural productivity and threatening the livelihoods of the rural population. A total of 1,366 villages spread across 58 revenue circles in the aforementioned districts have been impacted by the floods, exacerbating the challenges faced by the local communities.
The continuous heavy rainfall has resulted in the water levels of the Brahmaputra River and several other rivers rising above the danger mark in various areas. Neamatighat in Jorhat district, Dhubri, Beki River at Road Bridge, Manas River at Nh Road Crossing, Pagladiya River at Nt Road Crossing, and Puthimari River at Nh Road Crossing are among the locations where the rivers have surpassed the danger level.
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In response to the situation, the district administration has established 83 relief camps and 79 relief distribution centers to accommodate over 14,000 people who have sought shelter.
The devastating floods have not only affected human lives but also caused significant harm to domestic animals. The ASDMA flood report highlights that approximately 3.46 lakh domestic animals have been impacted by the floods, further compounding the challenges faced by the rural population.
To assist the affected individuals, rescue operations involving personnel from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Fire & Emergency Services, and Civil Defense are underway. In the past 24 hours, these teams have successfully rescued 561 people who were stranded by the floods, providing them with much-needed assistance.
The incessant floods have caused extensive damage to infrastructure in the affected districts. In the past 24 hours, the floodwaters breached 10 embankments and damaged 3 others, resulting in the disruption of vital roads, bridges, and culverts.
Additionally, several Anganwadi centers, irrigation canals, and roads have also been impacted by the floods. The destruction of these essential structures hampers the connectivity and access to basic services, further adding to the challenges faced by the affected communities. The authorities are working diligently to repair the damaged infrastructure and restore normalcy in the flood-affected areas.
The escalating flood situation in Assam has affected nearly 5 lakh people across 22 districts, causing extensive damage to homes, agricultural lands, and infrastructure. The efforts of the rescue teams and relief operations are crucial in providing support to the affected population. As the floods continue to pose challenges, swift action, and continued assistance are required to alleviate the suffering and aid in the recovery and rehabilitation process.
