US EditionAssam CM Thanks Union Minister Amid Grim Flood Situation
- The leader of Assam expressed gratitude to Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia for his steadfast assistance in managing relief operations amid the severe flooding that affected multiple districts in early June 2025.
- The floods worsened after heavy rainfall and water release from the Ranganadi Dam in Arunachal Pradesh caused rivers such as those in Lakhimpur to overflow and damage infrastructure.
- Over 5.35 lakh people were displaced across 22 districts, with 15 rivers in spate and embankment breaches damaging roads, houses, and electricity poles, while rescue and relief operations continue.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to discuss the flooding situation, pledging complete assistance from the central government, while Sarma promised to investigate the dam-related flooding and hold responsible parties accountable if any negligence is found.
- The ongoing rainfall and flooding highlight the need for long-term sustainable policies to protect ecosystems like urban wetlands and mitigate flood impacts in Assam’s vulnerable regions.
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Assam CM Thanks Union Minister Amid Grim Flood Situation
Assam CM Thanks Union Minister Amid Grim Flood Situation Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed his gratitude to Union Minister for Communications and Development of the Northeastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, for offering unwavering support amid the state’s dire flood situation. In a social media post, CM Sarma conveyed his appreciation for Scindia’s assurance of comprehensive aid from the Central Government to bolster relief and…
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