Guwahati, June 2 — The flood situation in Assam has taken a turn for the worse, with 19 districts across the state now reeling under rising waters. According to the latest report released by the Disaster Reporting and Information Management System (DRIMS), two lives have been lost in the past 24 hours—one woman in Cachar district and one man in Shreebhumi.
Rivers Breach Danger Marks
The Central Water Commission (CWC) issued a bulletin late Sunday night confirming that several rivers in the state are flowing above the danger level. These include the Brahmaputra at Dibrugarh and Nimatighat, the Dhansiri at Numaligarh, the Kopili at Kampur, the Katakhal at Matijuri, the Barak at BP Ghat, and the Kushiyara at Shreebhumi.
Over 3.5 Lakh People Affected
The deluge has impacted approximately 3.64 lakh people across 764 villages within 56 revenue circles. Additionally, 3,524 hectares of agricultural land are submerged, raising serious concerns about crop loss and food security in the region.
Relief Operations in Full Swing
In response, the Assam state government has set up 52 relief camps and 103 distribution centers. These shelters are currently housing 10,272 displaced individuals, while another 45,331 people are receiving aid from outside the camps. Relief distribution includes food, water, and essential medical support.
Livestock and Property Losses Mount
Livestock has also suffered immensely due to the floods. A total of 2,35,193 animals have been affected, including 71,538 large animals, 40,017 small animals, and 1,23,638 poultry. Tragically, 696 animals have perished so far.
Structural damage is also mounting. According to the official report, 53 houses have been completely destroyed—45 of them made of mud and 8 concrete. An additional 969 homes have suffered partial damage, the majority of which are kachcha (mud-built) houses.
Authorities Maintain Vigilance
State and local authorities remain on high alert, actively engaged in relief and rescue operations. Continuous monitoring is underway to ensure timely evacuation and assistance for those stranded in the worst-affected regions.
As the monsoon season intensifies, the people of Assam brace for further challenges. The state government, along with national agencies, continues to coordinate efforts to mitigate the impact and prevent further loss of life and property.
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