Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his support to the flood-stricken state of Assam during call with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday. The conversation came as the flood situation showed signs of improvement, with rainfall subsiding across the region.
In his post on X, Sarma detailed Modi's inquiry into the scale of the disaster and the ongoing relief efforts. He emphasized that the Prime Minister expressed deep condolences for the loss of life and property, assuring that the Indian government would prioritize assistance for relief, rehabilitation,and rebuilding.
As of the latest reports,the floods have claimed 62 lives and affected over 705,000 individuals across nine districts. Sarma noted that the administration had managed to reach nearly all impacted areas,providing essential services to those in need.
Union Minister for Ports,Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal also visited relief camps in Sivasagar district,where he interacted with displaced families. He urged officials to ensure that no flood-affected household faces hardships in accessing food, healthcare,and safe drinking water.
Sonowal reassured the public that both the central and state governments are working in tandem to deliver timely assistance. He remarked that natural disasters test resilience but also foster unity and compassion among communities. “Together, with coordinated efforts of governments,voluntary organizations,and our citizens, we shall overcome this difficult phase,” he stated.
Earlier on Saturday,Sonowal flagged off a flood relief mission organized by the Assam Olympic Association from Dibrugarh, targeting families in Charaideo,Sivasagar,and Jorhat districts, which have been severely affected.
During a press conference following cabinet meeting,Sarma reported that a central team had arrived to assess the damage in Upper Assam. He confirmed that the flood situation had improved slightly, allowing the administration to reach every village in Sivasagar and Charaideo districts.
Efforts to airlift supplies have been initiated,with military assistance being utilized to deliver relief to areas previously inaccessible. Sarma noted that medical and health camps have gained momentum,and he expressed optimism about creating a more conducive environment for recovery.
Despite the improvements, challenges remain. On Friday, Sarma indicated that relief materials had yet to reach approximately 80,000 flood-affected individuals,as many rivers continued to rise due to persistent rains. He appealed to the public for donations of new clothing and educational kits,as floodwaters have destroyed many study materials.
The state government aims to complete its damage assessment by August to expedite rehabilitation efforts . the flood situation has marginally improved since Thursday,when over 721,000 people were reported affected across 11 districts.
Currently, around 856 villages remain underwater,with significant damage to 56,606.78 hectares of agricultural land . ASDMA reported that 363 relief camps and distribution centers are operational across seven districts,currently housing 115,205 displaced individuals.
As situation evolves,the focus remains on providing immediate relief and planning for long-term recovery. The collaboration between state and central authorities aims to ensure that all affected families receive the necessary support to rebuild their lives.
