The flood situation in Assam remained critical on Tuesday, with more than 5.35 lakh people affected across over 20 districts, while the death toll from floods and landslides rose to 11, and two more remained missing. Continuous rainfall in Assam and adjoining states, coupled with overflowing rivers and embankment breaches, has wreaked havoc on infrastructure and displaced thousands.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday took stock of the grim situation, speaking with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over the phone. Sarma briefed him on the ongoing floods, widespread damage, and relief efforts by the state government.
“A short while ago, Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji called me to enquire about the current flood situation in Assam," Sarma shared on X, adding, “The Hon’ble PM expressed concern and assured full support from the Central Government for our relief and rehabilitation efforts. Grateful for his guidance and unwavering support to the people of Assam."

Sarma is scheduled to visit the Cachar district, one of the worst-hit areas. Meanwhile, more than 5.15 lakh people in 65 revenue circles and 1,254 villages of 22 districts remain affected, with Sribhumi district alone accounting for 1,94,172 flood-hit people. Two districts are grappling with ‘urban floods,’ affecting over 21,000 residents.

Relief efforts are underway, with 165 relief camps sheltering 31,212 displaced people and another 157 relief distribution centres operating across the state. However, road, rail, and ferry services have been severely disrupted due to heavy rains, and crop damage has been extensive, with 12,610 hectares submerged and 94 animals washed away in the last 24 hours.

Major rivers, including the Brahmaputra, Barak, and Kopil, are flowing above danger levels at multiple points, while other rivers like Subansiri, Burhidihing, Dhansiri, Rukni, Dhaleswari, Katakhal, and Kushiyara have also crossed the red mark. Embankments and critical infrastructure have suffered damage, including breaches, washed-away roads, collapsed bridges, and downed power lines.
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Guwahati has issued an ‘orange alert’ for the districts of Dhubri, South Salmara Mankachar, Goalpara, and Kokrajhar, warning of possible thunderstorms, lightning, and very heavy rainfall. Eleven other districts are under a ‘yellow alert’ as more rain is expected in the coming days.
With the flood situation worsening, the Assam government continues to intensify rescue and relief efforts, even as weather conditions pose significant challenges for recovery operations.