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The flood situation in Assam has deteriorated further as the surging waters of the Brahmaputra and other major rivers have spread to new areas. This natural calamity has resulted in six fatalities and affected more than 1.98 lakh people across ten districts of the state.
Rising River Levels
The Brahmaputra and Barak rivers, along with their tributaries, are flowing above the danger mark at several locations in the affected districts. This has led to widespread flooding and displacement of people.
Worst-Affected Districts
Cachar is the worst-affected district, with 1,02,246 people impacted by the surging waters of the Barak river. Other severely affected districts include Karimganj with 36,959 people affected, Hojai with 22,058 people affected, and Hailakandi with 14,308 people affected. In addition to the human impact, a total crop area of 3,238.8 hectares has been washed away, and 2,34,535 animals have been affected by the floods.
Impact of Incessant Rains
The incessant rains have exacerbated the situation, causing all major rivers in the state to flow well above the danger mark. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), a total of 1,98,856 people are affected in the districts of Nagaon, Karimganj, Hailakandi, West Karbi Anglong, Cachar, Hojai, Golaghat, Karbi Anglong, and Dima Hasao.
Relief Efforts and Shelters
A total of 35,640 people have taken shelter in 110 relief camps. The highest number of displaced people are in Hojai with 19,646, followed by Cachar with 12,110, Hailakandi with 2,060, and Karimganj with 1,613.
Road and Infrastructure Damage
The road on Assam's Haflong-Jatinga route near the Rani Gaidinliu Statue has been damaged, restricting the movement of heavy vehicles. Additionally, the Haflong-Silchar link road was cut off on May 28 due to the heavy rainfall. A large portion of the road was washed away because of the rising water levels of the river in Assam's Dima Hasao district.
Disruptions in Daily Life
In Silchar, which experienced devastating floods in 2022, several areas have been affected by waterlogging, disrupting the movement of people and traffic. In the severely affected Dima Hasao district, normal life has been disrupted due to relentless rain, crippling road connectivity throughout the district. The Haflong-Silchar road has been completely cut off after a section was washed away near Harangajao, and the Haflong-Harangajao route is blocked by multiple landslides.
The District Disaster Management Authority and Dima Hasao Police have issued an advisory against night travel, except on the Umrongso-Lanka route. Train services, canceled or short-terminated due to landslides along the Haflong-Badarpur rail route, have yet to be restored.
Weather Warnings and Further Precautions
Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in several districts of the state. Ferry services in the state remain suspended for the third consecutive day, and all schools and educational institutions have been closed in the affected districts.
The situation in Assam remains dire as floods continue to wreak havoc in the state. With the Brahmaputra and other rivers flowing above the danger mark, and more rain predicted, the state faces significant challenges in the coming days. Relief efforts are ongoing, and the authorities are working tirelessly to provide support and assistance to those affected by the floods. The people of Assam are resilient, and with continued efforts, they will overcome this crisis.
The relentless rains have made the situation worse, with all major rivers in the state flowing above the danger mark. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority, a total of 1,98,856 people are affected in the districts of Nagaon, Karimganj, Hailakandi, West Karbi Anglong, Cachar, Hojai, Golaghat, Karbi Anglong, and Dima Hasao.
