PM Modi dials Assam CM to enquire about flood relief, offers Centre's full support
Prime Minister Narendra Modi contacted Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to discuss the severe flood situation in the state. The central government has pledged full support for relief and rehabilitation efforts as the death toll from the floods reaches 61.
Why it matters
It highlights the coordination between state and central governments during natural disasters, which is critical for effective crisis management.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (July 25, 2026) offered full support to the Assam government in dealing with the ongoing flood havoc, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.
In a post on X, Mr. Sarma said that Mr. Modi called him to enquire about the prevailing flood situation.
"He sought an update on the extent of the devastation, the ongoing relief operations and the challenges we are confronting on the ground," he added.
Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji telephoned me a short while ago to enquire about the prevailing #AssamFloods . He sought an update on the extent of the devastation, the ongoing relief operations and the challenges we are confronting on the ground. I briefed him on…
Mr. Sarma said that he briefed the Prime Minister on the measures the State government is undertaking and its efforts to reach out to every affected family.
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