Continuous rainfall over the past three days has caused the second wave of floods in Assam this monsoon season, affecting more than 22,000 residents and claiming two lives in the last 24 hours. The worst-hit areas include the Golaghat district. The flooding in the state first began at the end of May and continued through June.

Several tributaries of the Brahmaputra, including the Dikhou, Disang, and Dhansiri, have risen above the danger mark, causing floods in many areas. In southern Assam, the Barak and Kushiyara rivers are also overflowing, putting nearby villages at risk. The sudden release of water from the Doyang Hydro Electric Project by NEEPCO has increased the water levels of the Dhansiri and Doyang rivers, leading to flooding in parts of Golaghat district.

Officials said the whole district is facing heavy floodwater. The NDRF carried out rescue work in Golaghat and evacuated 381people along with 28 animals. Five revenue circles, Golaghat, Khumtai, Morongi, Sarupathar, and Bokakhat, have been hit by the floods, covering 56 villages. So far, 4,548 people have been affected, and 15 relief camps have been set up to provide shelter and help. However, officials said relief work is still not enough to fully deal with the crisis.

Reason for Assam flood for decades

The floods in Assam are the result of both natural and human-made factors that keep repeating every year. Geographically, Assam is highly prone to flooding because of the Brahmaputra River and its many tributaries. These rivers carry large amounts of silt and sediment, which raises their beds and makes them overflow easily. The state’s flat landscape further slows down the flow of water, causing waterlogging and widespread flooding during the monsoon season.

Adding to this, climate change has led to heavier and more unpredictable monsoon rains, making the floods worse each year. Human activities such as deforestation, unregulated mining, and construction also increase siltation in rivers. Poorly maintained and ageing embankments often break under pressure, while the lack of proper floodplain management leaves many areas exposed. Together, these factors create a cycle of floods where natural vulnerability is worsened by human actions and global climate shifts.