Dhansiri River flows above the danger mark in Golaghat, while administration intensifies relief camps and doorstep damage assessments.

By DW Pulse | GUWAHATI โ€” 10 August 2026 โ€” The flood situation in Assam remains critical, with the total death toll from this season’s monsoon disaster climbing to 100. Approximately seven districts across the state are severely affected, impacting nearly 1.4 lakh people. The situation is particularly grim in Golaghat, where the Dhansiri river continues to flow above the danger mark.

Key Highlights

  • The cumulative death toll in Assam’s ongoing floods has reached 100.
  • Around 1.37 lakh people are grappling with floodwaters across seven affected districts.
  • Golaghat is the worst-hit district, with the Dhansiri river breaching danger levels.
  • The administration has established numerous relief camps, providing shelter to thousands of displaced residents.

Escalating Crisis and Impacted Regions

According to reports from the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the latest wave of flooding has submerged hundreds of villages and destroyed standing crops across thousands of hectares. Districts such as Golaghat, Sivasagar, and Karbi Anglong are witnessing rising river levels. In Golaghat, the swelling Dhansiri river has inundated low-lying residential areas, causing severe distress to local inhabitants.

Relief and Rehabilitation Efforts

In response to the mounting crisis, the state administration has launched relief camps and distribution centers to supply food and essential commodities to displaced families. Furthermore, authorities have initiated doorstep damage assessments to evaluate losses to residential properties, livestock, and agriculture, ensuring timely compensation and support for affected citizens.