GUWAHATI, 5 July 2024:-The flood situation in Assam has become critical, with the death toll rising to 52 and approximately 21.13 lakh people affected across 29 districts in the second wave of flooding. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has been actively inspecting affected areas and coordinating relief efforts. He reported that the situation is improving as water levels in the Brahmaputra river and its tributaries begin to recede. However, significant challenges remain, particularly in Morigaon district, where 194 villages are still inundated.
In response to the crisis, CM Sarma chaired a meeting with district commissioners to streamline relief efforts, emphasizing the need for rapid distribution of aid and the completion of rehabilitation claims by August 15. Additionally, he highlighted the importance of accurate information sharing to ensure effective relief measures. Power cuts have been implemented in severely affected areas, such as Dibrugarh, to mitigate risks associated with waterlogging.
The floods have also impacted Kaziranga National Park, with 80% of the park submerged, endangering the wildlife. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority reports that this year, 62 people have died due to storms, landslides, and floods.
Given the recurrent nature of floods in Assam and their devastating impact, the All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU) has called for the issue to be declared a national problem, citing the extensive damage to agriculture, livestock, and infrastructure.
An alert remains in effect for the Kamrup (Metro) district, where major rivers continue to flow above danger levels, causing widespread inundation.
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