Severe Flooding in Assam Displaces Thousands Amid Heavy Monsoon Rains

GUWAHATI, Assam – Heavy monsoon rains have triggered severe flooding across multiple districts in Assam, leaving thousands displaced and causing widespread damage to homes, farmland, and infrastructure.

Impact on Communities

Officials reported that several rivers, including the Brahmaputra, have overflowed their banks, submerging villages and agricultural fields. Relief camps have been set up, but many residents are struggling with shortages of food, clean water, and shelter.

Government Response

The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) has deployed rescue teams along with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to evacuate stranded residents. Helicopters and boats are being used for relief operations. The government has assured compensation and rehabilitation for affected families.

Wider Concerns

Experts warn that recurring floods in Assam highlight the urgent need for better flood management infrastructure and climate adaptation strategies. Environmental groups stressed that deforestation and unplanned development are worsening the state’s vulnerability to extreme weather events.

The floods are a stark reminder of the challenges posed by climate change in India’s northeast.