India

Assam Flood: Water level rises in Brahmaputra, ASDMA says, “We are fully prepared”

The flood situation in Assam grew worse on Friday after nonstop rain inundated new areas across 11 districts, affecting more than 34,000 people.

According to the daily flood report published by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the majority of rivers, including the Brahmaputra, a rise in water level is noticed even though none are currently flowing above the danger mark.

What the officials say?

According to ANI, rise in water level is witnessed in Brahmaputra river after the incessant rain. As per the sources, Gyanendra Dev Tripathi, chief executive officer, of Assam State Disaster Management Authority on Assam’s preparedness said, “Assam CM reviewed the flood preparedness last week and detailed instructions have been given to the Deputy Commissioners for enhancing the preparedness. We have made formal arrangements of sharing the data from neighbouring countries with district agencies, all the Deputy Commissioners as well as Central Water Commission. We are fully prepared and working day and night for enhancing preparedness. All the agencies including the Indian Army, Indian Air Force, NDRF, SDRF, Fire & Emergency Services, Central Water Commission and IMD are alert.”

Lakhimpur is the worst hit

Lakhimpur district is most severely impacted by the deluge. The first wave of flooding has already had an impact on more than 23,000 local inhabitants. Six more districts that are affected are Biswanath, Darrang, Dhemaji, Dibrugarh, Tamulpur, and Udalguri.

Also Read: Digital Journalist Abhishek Mehrotra Conferred With ‘Brij Ratna Vishisht’ Award

Shivanshi Srivastava

Recent Posts

Maha Kumbh 2025: Yogi Government’s Strategic Coordination Ensures Timely Preparations

For Maha Kumbh 2025, preparations are in full swing as authorities work to ensure all…

10 hours ago

In Special Gesture, Kuwait’s Prime Minister Sees-Off PM Modi At Airport After Conclusion Of Historic Visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up his two-day visit to Kuwait on Sunday evening. In…

11 hours ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: Shri Panchdashnam Aawahan Akhara Makes Grand Entry Into Maha Kumbh City

Maha Kumbh 2025 with preparations for the Maha Sammelan are in full swing as 13…

12 hours ago

India’s Unifying Initiative: MRM Declares Bhagwat’s Message As The Foundation Of National Unity

The MRM strongly endorsed Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat’s statement on temple-mosque disputes.…

12 hours ago

Maha Kumbh-2025: Prayagraj Mela Authority Deploys Advanced Sanitation Technology

For Maha Kumbh-2025, the Prayagraj Mela Authority has made extensive preparations to provide a clean…

13 hours ago

PM Narendra Modi To Attend Christmas Celebrations At CBCI In New Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to attend the Christmas celebrations at CBCI Centre…

14 hours ago