Assam Floods: Death Toll Reaches 100, Over 1.3 Lakh Affected
The flood situation in Assam remained critical on Monday as the death toll climbed to 100, with fresh inundation affecting several districts across the state, according to official reports. The latest update from the Disaster Reporting and Information Management System (DRIMS) shows that flooding remains active in 10 districts, 28 revenue circles, and 456 villages.
The affected districts include Golaghat, Sivasagar, Hojai, Darrang, Lakhimpur, Jorhat, Karbi Anglong, Charaideo, Nagaon, and Biswanath. Officials said that around 1,37,590 people have been affected by the deluge, while 11,933.46 hectares of crop area have been submerged. Among the worst-hit districts, Golaghat accounts for the highest number of affected people at 68,239, followed by Sivasagar with 39,495 and Jorhat with 16,259.
According to the Central Water Commission, the Dhansiri (South) river is flowing above the danger level at Golaghat and Numaligarh, while the Kushiyara river remains above the danger mark at Sribhumi. No river has been reported above its highest flood level so far, though authorities are keeping a close watch on rising water levels.
The continuing inundation has forced thousands of people to take shelter in relief camps. The DRIMS report lists 125 relief camps and distribution centres, including 52 relief camps and 73 distribution centres. As many as 8,000 people are currently staying in relief camps, comprising 3,592 men, 3,437 women, and 919 children.
Sivasagar has emerged as a major hotspot, with 39,495 people affected and 2,277 hectares of cropland submerged. The district has 19 relief camps, where 4,649 people are taking shelter. In Golaghat, the deluge has affected 68,239 people and submerged more than 2,006 hectares of cropland. The district has 82 relief camps and distribution centres, with 1,876 people in camps.
Rescue operations are continuing across the affected areas. The report states that 59 medical teams have been deployed and 10 boats are operating in the affected districts. In Jorhat alone, 107 people have been evacuated by boat so far.
The latest report also records 516 damaged houses in Sivasagar, including 176 fully or severely damaged and 340 partially damaged homes. This underscores the extensive damage to property and livelihoods caused by the floods.
Assam has been facing recurrent floods during the monsoon season, with this year's deluge proving particularly devastating. The state government has been working with central agencies to provide relief and rescue support. Officials have urged residents in vulnerable areas to cooperate with authorities and move to safer locations when instructed.
The flood situation is being monitored regularly, and further updates are expected as the DRIMS releases new data. The immediate focus remains on ensuring the safety and well-being of affected communities, restoring essential services, and assessing the full extent of the damage.
