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Assam Floods Claim 9 Lives
✍️ Business Standard
🗓 09 Aug 2026, 03:33 PM
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Floods in Assam have claimed 9 lives and affected 166,000 people across 304 villages in Jorhat. The situation remains grim with many villages still submerged in water.
The recent floods in Assam have caused widespread destruction and chaos in the state. According to reports, 9 people have lost their lives and over 166,000 have been affected by the floods. The worst-hit area is Jorhat, where 304 villages are still under water. The situation is grim, with many people struggling to access basic necessities like food and shelter. The state government is working to provide relief to the affected areas, but the situation remains challenging.