Over ₹1,000 crore likely needed for rehabilitation of Assam flood victims: Himanta
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that over ₹1,000 crore is required for flood rehabilitation and infrastructure repair in the state. The government has launched a rapid assessment drive and is coordinating with the central government for financial assistance.
Why it matters
The scale of the damage highlights the recurring humanitarian and economic impact of floods in the region, necessitating significant state and federal intervention.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday (August 12, 2026) said at least ₹1,000 crore will be required for repair of properties and rehabilitation of the flood-affected people in the districts ravaged by the latest wave of the deluge.
Addressing a press conference in Guwahati, he said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured full assistance in the rehabilitation process.
"To provide permanent relief, a rapid relief assessment drive was launched on August 9. As per an initial report, over 8,000 families have been assessed and ₹150 crore damage has been estimated," Mr. Sarma said.
The survey will continue till August 30 and is expected to cover 50,000-60,000 families in the Upper districts, hit hard by the latest floods, he added.
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