Flood situation in Assam critical as overnight rains threaten fresh inundation
Assam is facing a severe flood crisis with the death toll reaching 89 and over 1.22 lakh people affected across five districts. Government officials are coordinating relief efforts as heavy rains continue to threaten further inundation.
Why it matters
Recurring floods in Assam cause significant humanitarian crises and damage to agricultural and public infrastructure.
The flood situation in Assam remained grim on Wednesday (August 5, 2026), with overnight rains threatening fresh inundation in low-lying areas even as the death toll reached 89 and more than 1.22 lakh people remained affected across five districts.
Union Health Minister JP Nadda is scheduled to visit the flood-hit areas during the day to assess the situation and review relief and rehabilitation measures with state officials.
According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the Dhansiri river at Numaligarh in Golaghat district continued to flow in a "severe flood situation" on Wednesday morning.
"Due to the continuous rise in the water level of the Dhansiri at Numaligarh, citizens are advised to stay away from the river," an ASDMA spokesperson said.
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