Assam Flood Death Toll Reaches 98 as 1.55 Lakh People Remain Affected in 13 Districts

The flood situation in Assam remains serious, with more than 1.55 lakh people still affected across 13 districts and the death toll rising to 98 after another flood-related fatality was reported from Charaideo district.

While floodwaters have started receding in some areas, thousands of families continue to struggle with damaged homes, submerged farmland and displacement. The Assam government is now preparing to launch a comprehensive damage assessment to accelerate financial assistance and long-term rehabilitation.

Flood Situation Improves Slightly But Thousands Still Affected

According to the latest official figures, 1,55,849 people remain affected by floods across Assam. Although the number has fallen from over 1.68 lakh people across 15 districts a day earlier, the situation continues to be challenging in several regions.

Among the worst-hit districts are:

• Golaghat: 58,750 affected people
• Sivasagar: 48,286 affected people
• Jorhat: 25,259 affected people

Other affected districts include Charaideo, Nagaon, Hojai, Sonitpur, Dhemaji, Darrang, Biswanath, Kamrup (Metropolitan), Lakhimpur and Udalguri.

Death Toll Reaches 98

The latest casualty was reported from the Mahmora revenue circle in Charaideo district, taking Assam's flood-related death toll for the year to 98.

Officials continue to monitor vulnerable areas as water levels fluctuate across parts of the state.

Relief Operations Continue Across Assam

The state administration has established:

• 55 relief camps
• Shelter for over 10,000 displaced people
• 18 relief distribution centres supplying essential food and relief materials

Authorities said rescue and relief efforts are continuing in the affected districts while monitoring the evolving flood situation.

Over 10,700 Hectares of Cropland Damaged

Floods have caused widespread agricultural losses across Assam.

According to official estimates:

• 10,748.64 hectares of crop area remain submerged.
• More than 47,000 animals have also been affected by the floods.

The damage is expected to impact rural livelihoods and agricultural production in several eastern Assam districts.

Assam Government to Launch Door-to-Door Damage Survey

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the government will begin a door-to-door assessment of flood damage from August 9 to August 30 in the four worst-affected districts:

• Golaghat
• Jorhat
• Sivasagar
• Charaideo

The survey aims to ensure that every affected household is identified and receives financial assistance under government rehabilitation schemes.

Rehabilitation Funds to Be Released After Assessment

The Chief Minister said officials will verify the initial damage assessment with affected families before finalising compensation.

The government expects to complete estimates of rehabilitation requirements by September 10, following which financial assistance for permanent rehabilitation will be released.

According to the state government, no eligible household will be left out during the assessment process.

Flood Management Remains a Major Challenge in Assam

Assam experiences severe flooding almost every monsoon due to heavy rainfall, overflowing rivers including the Brahmaputra and its tributaries, riverbank erosion and low-lying flood-prone regions.

Every year, floods disrupt transportation, damage agriculture, displace thousands of residents and place significant pressure on disaster response agencies. Authorities continue to focus on improving flood preparedness, early warning systems and long-term rehabilitation measures to reduce future losses.

FAQs

How many people are affected by the Assam floods?

More than 1.55 lakh people are currently affected across 13 districts of Assam.

What is the latest Assam flood death toll?

The flood-related death toll has reached 98 after another fatality was reported from Charaideo district.

Which district is worst affected?

Golaghat remains the worst-hit district, followed by Sivasagar and Jorhat.

When will the government begin the damage assessment?

The Assam government will conduct a door-to-door damage assessment between August 9 and August 30 in the four worst-affected districts.