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Forest fire in Assam's Dhubri district burns around 5,000 hectares
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🗓 29 Oct 2026, 08:21 PM
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A forest fire in Dhubri, Assam has scorched roughly 5,000 hectares of forest land, prompting a coordinated response from state officials and fire‑fighting teams.
A large forest fire broke out in the Dhubri district of Assam, engulfing an estimated 5,000 hectares of forest cover, according to local authorities. The blaze was first reported early on Thursday and quickly spread due to dry conditions and strong winds.
The Assam Forest Department, along with the state disaster management force, deployed fire‑fighting squads, water tankers and aerial support to contain the flames. Officials said that the fire was brought under partial control by late evening, but hotspots remained in several patches of the forest.
Preliminary assessments indicate significant damage to timber, wildlife habitat and local biodiversity. The department has launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and is urging nearby villages to cooperate with the rescue teams.
State officials have also announced relief measures for forest‑dependent communities, including temporary shelter and compensation for loss of livelihood. The incident underscores the growing vulnerability of Assam's forest ecosystems to climate‑induced heatwaves and the need for stronger preventive measures.
The Assam Forest Department, along with the state disaster management force, deployed fire‑fighting squads, water tankers and aerial support to contain the flames. Officials said that the fire was brought under partial control by late evening, but hotspots remained in several patches of the forest.
Preliminary assessments indicate significant damage to timber, wildlife habitat and local biodiversity. The department has launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and is urging nearby villages to cooperate with the rescue teams.
State officials have also announced relief measures for forest‑dependent communities, including temporary shelter and compensation for loss of livelihood. The incident underscores the growing vulnerability of Assam's forest ecosystems to climate‑induced heatwaves and the need for stronger preventive measures.