FLOOD SITUATION
Assam CM visits flood affected areas of Dibrugarh district
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited various flood-affected areas of Dibrugarh district, wading through submerged roads to assess the situation and interact with the affected residents.
Devastating Assam floods: Thousands homeless, 52 dead; victims plead assistance
The severe flood situation in Assam has resulted in the loss of life, extensive damage to infrastructure, road closures, crop destruction, and livestock loss. Hundreds of people have been left homeless and unsettled, with Jubbar Ali, his family, and around 100 families in the Rowmari Pathar area facing similar problems. The Brahmaputra River's erosion has submerged 179 villages and inundated 1,571.5 hectares of crop area. Over 2.42 million people in 30 districts have been affected so far, with Dhubri being the worst-hit district.
IMD issues warning as heavy rainfall continues to disrupt life across India; Check here for complete forecast
IMD Weather Forecast: The IMD has issued warnings of heavy rainfall across Northwest and East India, with Northeast India also bracing for prolonged showers. Recent heavy rains caused severe disruptions in states like Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Rajasthan. Central India, including Maharashtra and Karnataka, expects heavy rainfall in the next few days. Delhi anticipates intermittent rain and thunderstorms. Tragic incidents like drowning and landslides have been reported in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Odisha and West Bengal face heavy rainfall threats, while Assam battles critical flooding affecting over 22 lakh people.
Assam Floods: 16.50 lakh people affected in 29 districts
Assam floods affect 16.50 lakh in 29 districts, with Brahmaputra, Digaru, Kollong overflowing. CM Sarma to visit. Relief measures discussed. Death toll: 56. Dhubri, Darrang, Lakhimpur worst hit. Brahmaputra above danger at Nimatighat, Tezpur, Guwahati, Goalpara, Dhubri. Tributaries Subansiri, Burhi Dihing, Dikhou, Disang, Dhansiri, Kopili overflow. Barak river and tributaries also flood.
Flood situation in Assam critical, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma visits Dibrugarh
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reviewed the situation in Dibrugarh town, which has been under water and facing severe power shortage for the last eight days.
Assam floods: CM Himanta Sarma visits affected areas; death toll rises to 52
Morigaon (Assam): The flood situation in Assam's Morigaon district remains grim as thousands of people have been affected. According to the District Administration, 194 villages in the district remain inundated. The death toll in Assam floods has risen to 52. About 21.13 la...
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Assam floods: 17 wild animals drown, 72 rescued in Kaziranga National Park
Floods in Assam's Kaziranga National Park resulted in 17 animal deaths and 72 rescues, including 55 Hog Deer, under Sonali Ghosh's supervision. The flood situation impacts 173 forest camps. Assam's floods claimed 46 lives, affecting 16.25 lakh people and 3.86 lakh evacuees. The NDRF leads intensive rescue efforts for both wildlife and residents.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal visits flood affected areas of Dibrugarh
Sarbananda Sonowal supervised flood relief efforts in Dibrugarh and Tinsukia. Sonowal also visited the relief camp of flood affected people at Tengakhat.
Assam flood death toll stands at 38 after six people die on Wednesday
Assam and Manipur grapple with devastating floods, leading to casualties and extensive damage, while authorities mobilize resources for relief efforts amidst challenging weather conditions.
Flood situation remains grim in Arunachal Pradesh, over 60,000 people affected
The flood situation in Arunachal Pradesh remains severe with major rivers above danger levels in four districts: Namsai, Lohit, Changlang, and East Siang. Landslides have also been reported across the state due to heavy rainfall. In Papum Pare district, a cloudburst triggered water release from the Pare Hydropower Project, prompting warnings to residents downstream. Bordumsa in Changlang district saw the Burha Dehing river overflow, damaging infrastructure and agriculture.
Parts of Manipur flooded after heavy rain, schools to remain closed till Thursday
Heavy rainfall in Manipur's Imphal West and Imphal East districts has led to severe flooding, exacerbated by breaches in embankments along the Imphal, Kongba, and Iril rivers. The state government has declared a holiday for all government offices and closed schools until Thursday due to the flood situation. Residential areas have been inundated, affecting over 1,000 people, with significant flooding also reported along the India-Myanmar road. Relief and rescue efforts are ongoing, while the Indian Red Cross Society recovered the body of a man from the Senapati river amid the challenging conditions caused by incessant rains.
Manipur University postpones semester exams amid severe flooding
The ongoing flooding has caused significant disruption across the region, and this decision by Manipur University reflects the challenging conditions faced by the residents of the state. The university's administration is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as soon as it is possible to reschedule the exams.
Video: Heavy rains submerge roads in 30 Gujarat villages
The IMD had issued a 'red alert' for several districts in the state predicting extremely heavy rain in Surat, Navsari, and Valsad in south Gujarat, as well as Jamnagar, Porbandar, Junagadh, Dwarka, and Kutch in the Saurashtra-Kutch region.
Flood situation prevails in Assam's Kaziranga National Park as water rises considerably
Following days of heavy rainfall, a flood situation has emerged in Assam's Kaziranga National Park, inundating 167 camps. Park official DFO Arun Vignesh confirmed the rise in water levels and the evacuation of eight camps. The floods in Assam have claimed 38 lives, affecting over 11.34 lakh people in 28 districts. Majorly impacted areas include Lakhimpur, Darrang, and Golaghat. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority reports that 42,476.18 hectares of crops and 2,208 villages have been submerged in the second wave of floods. Local efforts are underway to manage the crisis.
Severe Assam floods: Critical situation with over 6.71 lakh people affected
Assam's flood situation remained critical with over 6.71 lakh people affected in 20 districts in the second wave of flooding this year. The Indian Air Force (IAF) rescued 13 stranded fishermen from the severely-hit Dibrugarh district.
Assam flood situation critical, 13 stranded fishermen rescued by IAF
Earlier on Sunday, the IAF had rescued 8 State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) personnel and a revenue official from Jonai in Dhemaji district when they were stranded in another sandbar area during relief operations. Dibrugarh district has been severely affected in the current wave with the major town in Upper Assam inundated for the sixth consecutive day.
Heavy rain continues to lash Gujarat, causing road closures, flooding in cities
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted that on July 2, parts of south Gujarat and Saurashtra may receive very heavy rains in isolated places, while heavy rain will lash several parts of north Gujarat, central Gujarat, and the Saurashtra region.
Heavy rainfall in Arunchal making flood sitution in Assam critical, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has declared a critical flood situation in the state due to heavy rainfall in Arunachal Pradesh. The river Brahmaputra and its tributaries are flowing above the danger level, with Dibrugarh in Upper Assam being the worst affected area. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a warning for heavy rainfall for the next two to three days.
Haridwar flood: Cars swept away in flooded Sukhi river after heavy rain
Heavy rains caused the River Ganga in Haridwar to swell, washing away many cars. Viral videos show vehicles floating in the river. The India Meteorological Department forecasts further heavy rainfall in Northwest India, warning of potential flooding, waterlogging, and traffic disruptions. Travelers are advised to check for congestion and avoid flood-prone areas.
Assam flood situation improves, over 2 lakh hit
Assam has seen a decrease in flood cases in eight districts, with over 2,07,500 people affected. The worst hit is Karimganj, with over 1.1 lakh people suffering. The total number of people killed in this year's flood, landslide, and storm is 39. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has suggested the creation of at least 50 large ponds in the northeast region to divert Brahmaputra river water, aiming to tackle floods and develop agriculture, irrigation, and tourism.
Flood situation remains grim in Assam, over 1.17 lakh people affected
Over 1.17 lakh people in Assam are affected by floods across 10 districts, with 968 villages inundated. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma provided updates on relief efforts. The Kushiyara river is flowing above danger mark at Karimganj. ASDMA reported damage to cropland and animals.
Over 1,61,000 people affected by floods in Assam; landslide kills 5
Heavy flooding and landslides have caused significant devastation in Assam and Meghalaya. In Assam, floods have affected over 1.61 lakh people across 15 districts since Cyclone Remal hit in May, resulting in approximately 30 deaths. Karimganj district is the worst hit, with 1,52,133 people affected and extensive damage to crops and livestock. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with 5,114 people taking shelter in relief camps amid submerged villages.
Over 1,200 tourists stranded due to landslides, rain in Sikkim, CM takes stock of situation
Over 1,200 tourists, including 15 foreigners, have been stranded in northern Sikkim's Mangan district due to massive landslides caused by heavy rainfall. The Sikkim Tourism & Civil Aviation Department's Principal Secretary, C S Rao, confirmed that the stranded tourists are safe and sound, and local authorities have requested them to stay put and avoid taking risks.
Several rivers in Assam, Manipur experience severe flooding: CWC data
Severe flooding in Assam and Manipur by six rivers, including Brahmaputra and Barak, puts districts at risk, says Central Water Commission. Barak River at Chotabekra, Manipur, and Brahmaputra River at Neamatighat, Assam, pose severe threats. Impact seen at Badarpur Ghat, Annapurna Ghat, and Fulertal.
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