Floods in Bihar, Assam claims 170 lives till Monday; 1.07 crore people still reeling under effect of disaster
5 years, 5 months ago

Floods in Bihar, Assam claims 170 lives till Monday; 1.07 crore people still reeling under effect of disaster

Firstpost  

Floods in Bihar and Assam have claimed 170 lives till Monday with 1.07 crore people still reeling under the effect of the deluge in the two states. Patna: Floods in Bihar and Assam have claimed 170 lives till Monday with 1.07 crore people still reeling under the effect of the deluge in the two states. The mighty Brahmaputra river is flowing above the danger level at Neamatighat in Jorhat district and Dhubri district, Jia Bharali at NT Road Crossing in Sonitpur district and Kopili at Dharamtul in Nagaon district, the Assam State Disaster Management Authority said in its evening bulletin said. In Bihar, though the number of people affected by the flood has increased to 76.85 lakh, the number of relief camps and people taking shelter in camps beside the number of community kitchens has gone down as the water level is receding, Disaster Management Department officials said.

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10,300 killed due to drowning, floods, lightnings in three years: Odisha Minister Suresh Pujari
1 month, 1 week ago

10,300 killed due to drowning, floods, lightnings in three years: Odisha Minister Suresh Pujari

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: Over 10,300 deaths were reported in the state due to drowning, snakebites and natural disasters like floods and lightnings between 2021-22 and 2023-24. In a written reply to a question from Souvic Biswal in the Assembly on Thursday, Revenue and Disaster Management Minister said property worth Rs 2,301.51 crore was damaged due to natural disasters during the same period. …

6 killed, 130,000 displaced in floods in Malaysia
1 month, 1 week ago

6 killed, 130,000 displaced in floods in Malaysia

China Daily  

An aerial views shows flooded rice paddy fields following heavy rain in Kota Bharu, in Malaysia's Kelantan state on Dec 1, 2024. KUALA LUMPUR - Flooding in Malaysia has claimed six lives as of Monday, with the latest deaths being two elderly individuals drowning in Kelantan state while monitoring livestock, authorities said. Flood victims numbering 134,524 are being housed in …

Bihar Flood Situation Remains Grim; Schools, Power Grid Flooded — WATCH
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bihar Flood Situation Remains Grim; Schools, Power Grid Flooded — WATCH

ABP News  

The flood situation in Bihar remained grim as major rivers like the Kosi, Gandak, and Bagmati, in districts bordering Nepal were in spate. Currently, 12 NDRF teams and 22 State Disaster Response Force teams are actively involved in flood relief and rescue operations throughout Bihar. pic.twitter.com/eY6jxZeFnC — ANI September 30, 2024 "The water levels of Gandak, Kosi, Bagmati, Burhi Gandak, …

10 people killed in building collapse in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut, rescue ops end
4 months ago

10 people killed in building collapse in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut, rescue ops end

Hindustan Times  

At least ten people have died and five others were injured after a three-storey building collapsed in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut on Saturday. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} Amid continuous rain, teams from the National Disaster Response Force and State Disaster Response Force are conducting rescue efforts at the spot. Following the collapse, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath instructed officials to …

Floods Claimed 33 Lives in Telangana: Ponguleti
4 months ago

Floods Claimed 33 Lives in Telangana: Ponguleti

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Revenue minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy said that heavy rain and subsequent floods over the past few days had affected approximately 2 lakh people across 358 villages. Srinivas Reddy said the government was providing Rs 16,500 per affected family, and it was being directly deposited into their bank accounts. The government has directed collectors to purchase damaged grain through the …

‘War on floods’ poised to end, says Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu
4 months ago

‘War on floods’ poised to end, says Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu

The Hindu  

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said the ‘war on floods’ in Vijayawada was about to end in a day or two as the government worked tirelessly over the last nine days to mitigate the suffering of about seven lakh people. Addressing media persons after visiting Ajith Singh Nagar in the city on Monday, Mr. Naidu said the government was taken …

Central team to soon visit flood-hit Andhra Pradesh, Telangana
4 months, 1 week ago

Central team to soon visit flood-hit Andhra Pradesh, Telangana

The Hindu  

An Inter-Ministerial Central Team will soon visit the flood-affected areas in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana for making an on-the-spot assessment of the damage, said a Ministry of Home Affairs official on Friday. The Centre has been extending all requisite and timely assistance to Andhra Pradesh and Telangana for flood relief, Sanjeev Kumar Jindal, Additional Secretary, MHA said. “The Central government …

Centre providing requisite and timely aid to flood-hit Telangana, AP: MHA
4 months, 1 week ago

Centre providing requisite and timely aid to flood-hit Telangana, AP: MHA

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The Central government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is providing all requisite and timely assistance to flood-affected Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in relief and rescue efforts. On the directions of Home Minister Amit Shah, a central team of experts has been deputed for Vijaywada to make an on-the-spot assessment of flood-management, reservoir management, issues of dam …

Ministers Anagani, Gottipati visit flood-hit villages in Repalle constituency
4 months, 1 week ago

Ministers Anagani, Gottipati visit flood-hit villages in Repalle constituency

The Hindu  

Ministers Anagani Satyaprasad and Gottipati Ravikumar have been actively touring several villages in the Repalle constituency in the Bapatla district of Andhra Pradesh that have been severely affected by recent floods. Follow Andhra Pradesh, Telangana September 4 rain updates here The villages include Chatagadda, Rudravaram, Morthota, Tiratla Lanka, Chandupallivari Palem, Rajula Cheruvu, Lankavani Dibba, Tummala, Potu Meraka, and Nalluri Palem. …

35 killed in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh as rains continue to wreak havoc
4 months, 1 week ago

35 killed in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh as rains continue to wreak havoc

Hindustan Times  

Unprecedented rainfall and floods in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh over the past three days have killed 35 people, battered roads and rail tracks, submerged thousands of acres of crops and left people scrambling for essentials, as agencies engaged in relief and rescue operations and the chief ministers of the two states stepped up efforts to tackle the situation. Sixteen people …

Floods: Andhra Pradesh government intensifies relief measures, death toll pegged at 17 in three districts
4 months, 1 week ago

Floods: Andhra Pradesh government intensifies relief measures, death toll pegged at 17 in three districts

The Hindu  

A respite from rains in the last 24 hours helped Andhra Pradesh government intensify the flood relief and rescue measures in the flood-ravaged parts of the State, especially Vijayawada city and its suburbs which bore the brunt of nature’s fury. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu visited the affected areas in Vijayawada well past midnight and was on the field till …

Telangana, Andhra rain: Over 20 dead, 140 trains cancelled, 26 NDRF teams deployed
4 months, 1 week ago

Telangana, Andhra rain: Over 20 dead, 140 trains cancelled, 26 NDRF teams deployed

Hindustan Times  

Torrential rain lashed Telangana and Andhra Pradesh on Sunday, leading to the death of several people in rain-related incidents. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and union home minister Amit Shah spoke to Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy, assuring them of all possible help from the central government. Telangana revenue minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy …

Monsoon floods kill dozens in India, thousands in relief camps
4 months, 1 week ago

Monsoon floods kill dozens in India, thousands in relief camps

Al Jazeera  

The Indian Air Force flies more than 200 rescue officers and 30 tonnes of emergency aid to Telangana and Andhra Pradesh states. Intense monsoon rains and floods in India’s southern states have killed at least 25 people, with thousands rescued and taken to relief camps, officials say. According to local media reports, the Telangana government has also urged India’s federal …

PM Modi speaks to Telangana, Andhra Pradesh CMs as rain wreaks havoc | 10 points
4 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi speaks to Telangana, Andhra Pradesh CMs as rain wreaks havoc | 10 points

Hindustan Times  

Heavy rainfall continued to wreak havoc across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh on Sunday, leading to severe flooding, loss of life, and widespread disruption. Emergency meetings were held by the respective chief ministers of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, A Revanth Reddy and N Chandrababu Naidu, to assess the situation and coordinate rescue operations. “Informed Hon’ble Union Home Minister Shri @AmitShah ji …

Gujarat Flood: Devastating Deluge Engulfs Everything from Ahmedabad to Rajkot | ABP News
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Gujarat Flood: Devastating Deluge Engulfs Everything from Ahmedabad to Rajkot | ABP News

ABP News  

In Gujarat, relentless heavy rains over the past 48 hours have shattered several records, leading to severe flooding in more than a dozen districts. The downpour has been so intense that it has disrupted normal life, causing rivers to overflow and submerging several areas. The National Disaster Response Force has deployed 13 teams, while the State Disaster Response Force has …

Tripura floods: IMD issues red alert, death toll at 26
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Tripura floods: IMD issues red alert, death toll at 26

Hindustan Times  

The India Meteorological Department has maintained a red alert in South Tripura district and orange alert in Dhalai and Gomati districts with predictions of heavy rainfall as the state faces a crippling flood situation. Rescuers from Tripura Disaster Management Authority evacuate flood-affected people to a safer place The death toll as of Sunday stood at 26, an official from of …

At least 13 killed after floods in eastern Bangladesh affect 4.5 million people
4 months, 3 weeks ago

At least 13 killed after floods in eastern Bangladesh affect 4.5 million people

Hindustan Times  

Flooding in 12 districts of Bangladesh has affected more than 4.5 million people, adding to the pressure on the interim government led by Nobel laurate Muhammad Yunus, which is grappling with a host of political and economic challenges. The latest report from Bangladesh’s Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre said five rivers in the eastern part of the country were flowing …

As more floods batter Bangladesh and India, death toll rises to 30
4 months, 3 weeks ago

As more floods batter Bangladesh and India, death toll rises to 30

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Floods wreaked more havoc in …

Tripura floods: 22 killed, two missing; 65,400 people rendered homeless
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Tripura floods: 22 killed, two missing; 65,400 people rendered homeless

Hindustan Times  

The death toll due to floods in Tripura rose to 22 on Thursday with 10 more casualties in the last 24 hours, as floods triggered by heavy, incessant rainfall rendered over 65,000 people homeless with two people missing, according to the Relief, Rehabilitation and Disaster Management Department of the state government. NDRF personnel evacuate people from a flood-affected area following …

Death toll crosses 100 as heavy rains continue in Himachal Pradesh, 338 roads closed
5 months ago

Death toll crosses 100 as heavy rains continue in Himachal Pradesh, 338 roads closed

The Hindu  

Landslides and flash floods triggered by heavy rain since Sunday led to the closure of 338 roads, including four national highways in Himachal Pradesh, officials said. The State Emergency Operation Centre said of the 338 roads closed, 104 were in Shimla, 71 in Mandi, 58 in Sirmaur, 55 in Chamba, 26 in Kullu, seven each in Solan and Lahaul & …

Bihar: Water enters assembly, minister's homes after heavy rains in Patna
5 months ago

Bihar: Water enters assembly, minister's homes after heavy rains in Patna

Hindustan Times  

Heavy rain in Patna on Sunday left the Bihar assembly premises, the bungalows of several ministers and hospitals in the city waterlogged. Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inspects the drainage pumping plant after heavy rain caused waterlogging in Patna on Sunday. Rivers are flowing above the danger mark at certain places in Patna, Gopalganj, East Champaran, West Champaran, Bagaha, …

Govt working 24x7 to help flood victims, says Yogi
5 months, 1 week ago

Govt working 24x7 to help flood victims, says Yogi

Hindustan Times  

Lucknow/Gorakhpur: Chief minister Yogi Adityanath, who visited the flood-affected areas of Kushinagar on Sunday, said the state government is committed to the safety of its citizens in times of disaster, adding that it is working 24x7 to help the flood victims. Addressing concerns of the public representatives about the villages across the Narayani river, the CM emphasized the need for …

Jharkhand Floods: Heavy Rainfall Grips Ranchi, NDRF Team In Action To Rescue Affected | ABP News
5 months, 1 week ago

Jharkhand Floods: Heavy Rainfall Grips Ranchi, NDRF Team In Action To Rescue Affected | ABP News

ABP News  

From the northernmost regions to the southernmost tips of the country, floods have wreaked havoc, causing unparalleled trouble and destruction. In Ranchi, the situation has escalated to near-crisis levels due to the relentless heavy rainfall, leading to flood-like conditions. The severity of the situation has necessitated the deployment of National Disaster Response Force teams for rescue operations. This unprecedented natural …

₹767 crore made available for flood relief works in the State: Revenue Minister
5 months, 1 week ago

₹767 crore made available for flood relief works in the State: Revenue Minister

The Hindu  

A total of ₹ 767 crore have been made available to take up flood relief works in the State, said Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda. Speaking to reporters after visiting the flood-hit village of Dasanapura in Kollegal taluk on Friday, Mr. Gowda said the heavy rains and floods had caused considerable damage to the crops. 118 relief centres A total …

Uttarakhand Rains: Death count reaches 14, over 2,200 evacuated as rescue operation continues
5 months, 1 week ago

Uttarakhand Rains: Death count reaches 14, over 2,200 evacuated as rescue operation continues

India TV News  

As heavy rain continues to lash parts of Uttarakhand, the State Disaster Response Fund spokesperson on Friday reported that more than 2,200 passengers from Kedarnath have been safely evacuated. 14 Dead, Many Injured in Rain-Related Incidents Tragically, the heavy rains in the state have so far claimed 14 lives and injured 10 others in separate rain-related incidents. Missing Persons Amid …

Floods destroy 26 houses in 2 days in U.P, rescue forces deployed
5 months, 1 week ago

Floods destroy 26 houses in 2 days in U.P, rescue forces deployed

Hindustan Times  

The floods that began on July 31, have reportedly taken eight lives in two days, the relief commissioner’s office said on Thursday. FOr representation only Hardoi, Ayodhya, Lakhimpur Kheri, Ballia, Sitapur, Bahraich and Farrukhabad were most affected by the rain and floods that gripped parts of the state in the last two days. Rescue and relief measures have been initiated …

Monsoon mayhem: Over 20 killed as rains trigger landslides, flooding in parts of north India
5 months, 1 week ago

Monsoon mayhem: Over 20 killed as rains trigger landslides, flooding in parts of north India

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, More than 20 people were killed, homes washed away and hundreds left stranded as torrential rains triggered landslides and caused rivers to swell in parts of north India. Monsoon mayhem: Over 20 killed as rains trigger landslides, flooding in parts of north India Down south, the death toll in the devastating landslides in Kerala's Wayanad district climbed to …

Rain hinders rescue efforts as death toll rises in India
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Rain hinders rescue efforts as death toll rises in India

China Daily  

Indian rescuers cross a temporary bridge to reach a landslide site in Wayanad district, Kerala state, on Wednesday. FRANCIS MASCARENHAS/REUTERS CHOORALMALA, India — Soldiers and rescuers worked through slush and rocks under steady rain, looking for survivors and searching for bodies in the hills of India's Kerala state on Wednesday, a day after more than 167 people were killed in …

Kerala: Death toll in landslides in Wayanad district reaches 150
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Kerala: Death toll in landslides in Wayanad district reaches 150

Op India  

Death toll in landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district has climbed to 148, the Kerala State Revenue Department said on Tuesday. However, the Commandant of the Para Regimental Training, Brigadier Arjun Seagan said “150 deaths have been recorded so far.” He said that “around 200 to 250 individuals have been rescued.” Further, a dog squad has joined the search and rescue …

South India landslides death toll rises to 66
5 months, 2 weeks ago

South India landslides death toll rises to 66

China Daily  

Rescuers help residents to move to a safer place, at a landslide site after multiple landslides in the hills, in Wayanad, in the southern state of Kerala, India, July 30, 2024. NEW DELHI - The death toll from multiple landslides amid heavy rains in India's southern state of Kerala rose to 66 on Tuesday, and the number of injured persons …

Landslides caused by heavy rains kill 93 and bury many others in southern India
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Landslides caused by heavy rains kill 93 and bury many others in southern India

LA Times  

Rescuers try to reach affected people after landslides hit hilly villages in Wayanad district, Kerala state, India, on Tuesday. Multiple landslides in southern India have killed 93 people and many others are feared trapped under the debris, officials said Tuesday, after torrential rains triggered torrents of mud and water that swept through tea estates and villages. The landslides hit hilly …

CM Naidu Promises Aid to Rain-Hit Farmers; Ministers to Report on Districts
5 months, 2 weeks ago

CM Naidu Promises Aid to Rain-Hit Farmers; Ministers to Report on Districts

Deccan Chronicle  

Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has said the government will provide all possible support to the people and farmers affected by the recent heavy rains and floods in Andhra Pradesh.Addressing the assembly on Friday, he said the people of East and West Godavari, Konaseema, Kakinada and Eluru districts along with ASR district were affected by the floods. The Chief Minister …

Govt extends financial support for flood mitigation in five states
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Govt extends financial support for flood mitigation in five states

Hindustan Times  

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced financial assistance for Bihar, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Sikkim for the damage caused by floods and other natural calamities. Our government, through the Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme and other sources, will provide financial support for projects with estimated cost of ₹11,500 crore such as the Kosi-Mechi intrastate link and 20 other ongoing and …

Deaths rise in wake of flood disasters
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Deaths rise in wake of flood disasters

China Daily  

By Cui Jia in Beijing, Chen Bowen in Haikou and Qin Feng in Xi'an | China Daily | Updated: 2024-07-23 09:26 An aerial drone photo taken on July 18, 2024 shows a flood-hit area in Baoji city, Northwest China's Shaanxi province. In southwestern China's Sichuan province, 14 people were confirmed dead and 25 remained missing as of 2:30 pm on …

Flood threat to 45 villages as Godavari and Sabari rivers in spate
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Flood threat to 45 villages as Godavari and Sabari rivers in spate

The Hindu  

As many as 45 villages across the Godavari delta are expected to be affected if the outflow at the Sir Arthur Cotton Barrage at Dowleswaram rises further due to huge inflow of rainwater into the Godavari and Sabari rivers in Andhra Pradesh. The first Godavari flood warning will be issued when the inflow touches 10 lakh cusecs at the SACB. …

Assam flood situation continues to improve, water receding fast
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Assam flood situation continues to improve, water receding fast

The Hindu  

“The flood situation in Assam improved on July 19, with water levels receding across the State,” officials said. According to a report by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority on July 18, 2,72,037 people across 695 villages in 31 revenue circles of 13 districts are currently affected. Currently, 12,929 displaced people are housed in 62 relief camps, with 14 relief …

Assam flood situation improving as water level recedes
6 months ago

Assam flood situation improving as water level recedes

The Hindu  

The flood situation in Assam continued to improve significantly on July 15 as water level has been receding fast from different parts of the State, officials said. Meanwhile, a report by Assam State Disaster Management Authority on July 14 night said that one person each died in Karimganj and Nilambazar revenue circles of Karimganj district. The report said more than …

Assam flood situation improves, death toll rises to 109
6 months ago

Assam flood situation improves, death toll rises to 109

New Indian Express  

GUWAHATI: The flood situation in Assam continued to improve significantly on Monday as water level has been receding fast from different parts of the state, officials said. Meanwhile, a report by Assam State Disaster Management Authority on Sunday night said that one person each died in Karimganj and Nilambazar revenue circles of Karimganj district. The report said more than 5,97,600 …

Assam flood situation continues to improve; water receding fast
6 months ago

Assam flood situation continues to improve; water receding fast

The Hindu  

“The flood situation in Assam continued to improve on July 14 as water level is receding fast across the State,” officials said. Meanwhile, a report by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority on July 13 said that one person died at Gogamukh revenue circle of Dhemaji district. The report said more than 8,40,000 people are hit due to the floods …

Assam floods: More than 12.33 lakh people are reeling under the deluge across 23 districts
6 months ago

Assam floods: More than 12.33 lakh people are reeling under the deluge across 23 districts

The Hindu  

“The flood situation in Assam remained grim on July 13 even though the water levels have started receding in many parts of the State,” officials said. Meanwhile, a report by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority on July 12 said that seven more people lost their lives and more than 12.33 lakh people are reeling under the deluge across 23 …

Assam flood situation remains grim, nearly 14 lakh affected
6 months ago

Assam flood situation remains grim, nearly 14 lakh affected

India TV News  

The flood situation in Assam remained grim on Thursday as the number of inundated districts increased to 26 and major rivers flowed above the danger mark in multiple locations, an official bulletin said. Cachar, Barpeta, Kamrup, Nagaon, Dhubri, Darrang, Biswanath, Golaghat, Goalpara, Hailakandi, Sivsagar, Dibrugarh, Morigaon, Tinsukia and Nalbari were among the 26 inundated districts, the Assam State Disaster Management …

Assam floods: Over 33% of flood deaths in 8.82% area
6 months ago

Assam floods: Over 33% of flood deaths in 8.82% area

The Hindu  

GUWAHATI More than 33% of the people who died in two waves of floods in Assam since May were from Barak Valley comprising 8.82% of the State’s total geographical area. The death of two more people – both in the Kamrup district – has been listed separately under the category of urban floods while two others died in a rain-induced …

Assam flood situation improves marginally; 17 lakh affected in 26 districts
6 months ago

Assam flood situation improves marginally; 17 lakh affected in 26 districts

The Hindu  

“The flood situation in Assam improved marginally on July 10 with water levels of major rivers showing a receding trend, reducing the affected population to 1.7 million across 26 districts,” according to an official bulletin. Seven deaths were reported on July 9 with two in Cachar and one each in Dhubri, Dhemaji, South Salmara, Nagaon and Sivasagar, according to the …

Assam flood waters recede; death toll reaches 79
6 months ago

Assam flood waters recede; death toll reaches 79

The Hindu  

The flood situation in Assam eased a bit over the last 24 hours but left seven people dead. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority, the flood-related death toll since May reached 79 on Tuesday. Moreover, 48,021 people are currently taking shelter in 240 relief camps,” she said, adding that 39,870.3 hectares of cropland remained submerged. Forest guards patrolling …

Why Assam reels under devastating floods every year? EXPLAINED
6 months ago

Why Assam reels under devastating floods every year? EXPLAINED

India TV News  

Assam has witnessed unprecedented floods this year. Prominent reasons of floods Natural reasons: Heavy rains in upper reaches: Assam is one of the most flood-prone states and one of many reasons is its topography. Southwest monsoon: Among other reasons, which also pertains to rains is that the southwest monsoon bring heavy rainfall in the state that leads to a rise …

Floods batter 10 U.P. districts, 17 more dead
6 months ago

Floods batter 10 U.P. districts, 17 more dead

Hindustan Times  

The flood fury in Uttar Pradesh killed 17 more people after swollen rivers took 10 Uttar Pradesh districts under their spate. In Lakhimpur Kheri, 41 villages were affected and 221 people were evacuated from the Nighasan area of the district, Kumar said, adding 82 villages in Shravasti and 16 in Kushinagar were also flooded. In Nighasan tehsil, flood fury caused …

Assam floods: Governor says more casualties, more areas affected this year
6 months ago

Assam floods: Governor says more casualties, more areas affected this year

Hindustan Times  

Assam Governor Gulab Chand Kataria on Tuesday said there have been more casualties this year in floods and large swathes have been affected. Assam Governor Gulab Chand Kataria said there have been more casualties this year in floods and large swathes have been affected. People are always prepared for this situation because the region is always prone to floods owing …

Assam flood situation improves marginally, 18.80 lakh still affected
6 months ago

Assam flood situation improves marginally, 18.80 lakh still affected

The Hindu  

The flood situation in Assam improved marginally as the number of people reeling under the deluge in 27 districts decreased to around 18.80 lakh, officials said on July 9. The affected population was 18,80,700 in 27 districts as compared to almost 22.75 lakh people suffering from the deluge on Sunday, the officials said. Dhubri with nearly 4.75 lakh people reeling …

Flood-hit Assam’s death toll climbs to 72
6 months ago

Flood-hit Assam’s death toll climbs to 72

The Hindu  

GUWAHATI In receding mode, the floods in Assam claimed six lives on Monday, taking the death toll to 72. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority, the number of affected districts decreased from 30 on July 6 to 27 on Monday. BJP’s mismanagement, says Rahul Gandhi Earlier in the day, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said the extreme devastation caused …

Assam Floods: Chaos Intensifies As Flood Hits Assam, Affects More Than 2.3 Million | ABP LIVE
6 months, 1 week ago

Assam Floods: Chaos Intensifies As Flood Hits Assam, Affects More Than 2.3 Million | ABP LIVE

ABP News  

Floods have wreaked havoc in Assam, causing widespread devastation and affecting millions. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority, floods over the past month have claimed 58 lives and impacted 2.3 million people. State Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reported a gradual decrease in the water levels of these rivers. In response to the crisis, the state has established …

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