After Worst Flood In 5 Decades, Assam's Sivasagar Limps Back To Normalcy

As floodwaters continue to recede across Sivasagar, the scale of destruction is becoming clearer with every passing day. Mud-filled homes, damaged roads, ruined household belongings and waterlogged fields have left thousands of families struggling to return to normal life after what the district administration describes as the worst flood in nearly 50 years.In several flood-hit villages, residents have started cleaning their homes and salvaging whatever they can from the debris. Many families, however, have little left to recover after floodwaters entered their houses within a short span, destroying food grains, furniture, clothing and other essential belongings. Access to safe drinking water, medicines and daily necessities remains a major concern in many areas despite relief efforts.Residents say the disaster has not only caused extensive financial losses but has also left families uncertain about how they will rebuild their homes and livelihoods.