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Agartala, August 22, 2024 – With Tripura grappling with severe flooding that has claimed 10 lives and displaced over 34,000 residents since August 19, the central government has ramped up its relief operations. Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the dispatch of additional National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams, along with boats and helicopters, to […]
The Guwahati Traffic Police have issued a public advisory, urging residents to avoid specific roads in the city due to potential severe waterlogging during heavy rainfall. To ensure safety and reduce congestion, citizens are advised to follow traffic diversions and regulations. The advisory lists the following areas to be cautious of: Commuters are encouraged to […]
Dhubri, August 1, 2024: In a commendable display of rapid response and engineering efficiency, the Dhubri district water resource department has successfully constructed a 1,500-meter road-cum-bandh next to the Gangadhar River in just ten to fifteen days. This critical infrastructure project, completed amid severe flooding, has protected extensive cropland, human habitation, and government properties. The […]
Imphal, Manipur: Severe flooding triggered by incessant rains has claimed the lives of two individuals who drowned in the swollen Senapati River, officials confirmed. The unfolding crisis has compelled the Manipur state government to declare the closure of all schools until Thursday, July 4, to ensure the safety of students amidst escalating water levels and […]
Guwahati, Assam: The flood situation in Assam has worsened significantly, affecting 14 districts and impacting a total of 2,70,628 residents, according to official reports. Heavy rainfall, averaging 21.6 mm across the state, has exacerbated the crisis, leading to widespread inundation and distress among local communities. Authorities have issued flood warnings across 41 Revenue Circles and […]
Assam continues to battle severe flooding, with more than 3.90 lakh people affected across 19 districts despite a slight respite from rainfall in some areas, officials confirmed on Saturday. The death toll from this year’s floods, landslides, and storms has tragically risen to 37, with one person still reported missing. The affected districts include Kamrup, […]
Majuwa village, nestled in the Yangang region of South Sikkim, faced catastrophic floods on June 10, resulting in the destruction of eight houses and displacing numerous families. The calamity, triggered by relentless rainfall, has left three individuals missing, prompting urgent search and rescue operations. The swift onset of the flood prompted immediate response efforts, with […]
The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) has started a campaign seeking donations for sanitary pad vending and disposal machines. The authority said 23% of adolescent girls suffer during menstruation and the percentage increases during natural disasters such as floods. Floods are an annual phenomenon in Assam, often striking in waves between May and October. […]