"Flood Situation in Assam Is Very Serious": Sonowal Says Centre, State Jointly Carrying Out Relief Operations

Assam floods: Toll rises to 68, over 5.24 lakh affected; Congress demands permanent solution

Assam's flood death toll has reached 68 after two more fatalities occurred. Over 5 lakh people remain affected across five districts, with Charaideo being the worst hit. Rescue and relief operations are actively being conducted by multiple agencies and forces. The government is now focusing on restoration and rehabilitation efforts as waters recede. Political leaders and a singer have expressed solidarity and urged for comprehensive solutions.

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All-India cumulative rainfall deficit down to 15% as of Sunday; floods claim 68 lives in Assam and damage property worth hundreds of crores

Assam Floods: Death toll rises to 68; RSS-Seva Bharati lead rescue efforts

Guwahati: The flood situation in Assam has improved slightly in the last 48 hours, but affected people are facing tremendous challenges while trying to return to their homes. The flood water is decreasing, but the mud it carries is creating life-threatening conditions for the affected people in Sivasagar and Charaideo districts of upper Assam. On the other hand, hundreds of villages are still unreachable for relief and rescue as all modes of com…

68 dead, 5.24 lakh affected: Why does Assam face deadly floods every year?

Assam's latest floods have killed 68 people and affected over 5.24 lakh residents. The annual devastation reflects the Brahmaputra valley's geography, heavy monsoon rain and rising environmental stress.

Flood toll rises to 68 in Assam, Sarbananda Sonowal calls situation 'very serious'

The Union Minister adds that the Centre and the Assam government are working together to carry out relief and rescue operations for those affected.

"Flood situation in Assam is very serious": Sonowal says Centre, state jointly carrying out relief operations

Speaking to reporters, Sonowal said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been closely monitoring the situation since the floods began and has remained in constant touch with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.