Assam Floods Worsen: 19 Dead, Over 6.8 Lakh Affected Across 21 Districts

Recent floods in Assam have intensified, resulting in a death toll of 19 and affecting approximately 6.8 lakh (680,000) people across 21 districts, submerging over 1,494 villages.

• Over 41,000 people displaced to relief camps
• 14,977 hectares of cropland submerged
• Nine major rivers flowing above danger levels
• Infrastructure damage including disrupted roads and railway lines
• Nearly 5 lakh animals affected

The crisis is caused by continuous heavy rainfall in Assam and neighboring states, with forecasts predicting more heavy rains. Rescue and relief operations are actively ongoing to assist the affected population.