The flood situation in Assam improved on Sunday, July 26, with water levels receding across several flood-hit districts after a pause in overnight rainfall. However, the crisis remains far from over, with more than 6.54 lakh people still affected across six districts and the death toll rising to 66 after four more people lost their lives in the past 24 hours, according to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA).
Rescue and relief operations are continuing with the support of the Army, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Fire and Emergency Services, police and district administrations. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the situation has shown signs of improvement and that government teams have now reached almost all affected areas, while a central team has arrived to assess the extent of the damage.
Relief Reaches More Areas
According to ASDMA’s latest flood bulletin, 6,54,800 people continue to be affected in Charaideo, Dibrugarh, Golaghat, Jorhat, Nagaon and Sivasagar districts. Among them, Sivasagar remains the worst-hit district, with nearly 2.9 lakh residents affected, followed by Charaideo (around 1.9 lakh) and Jorhat (over 1.3 lakh). Officials said water levels have started receding in many parts of Upper Assam, particularly in Charaideo, Sivasagar and Jorhat, offering hope that relief efforts can now be expanded further.
An ASDMA official said, “We hope the situation would improve further during the day. This would help us provide relief in a better way.” The state administration is operating 274 relief camps and distribution centres, where 18,902 displaced people are currently taking shelter. Thousands of families are receiving cooked meals, drinking water, medicines, baby food and other essential supplies through coordinated efforts involving state agencies, disaster response forces and local volunteers. Authorities are also carrying out rescue operations in marooned villages using boats and other specialised equipment.
CM Reviews Damage, Centre Steps In
Although the number of affected people has fallen from more than 7.05 lakh a day earlier, the floods continue to leave behind widespread destruction. ASDMA said 810 villages remain inundated, while around 34,971 hectares of agricultural land have been damaged, affecting thousands of farmers at the peak of the cultivation season. Roads, bridges, embankments, schools and other public infrastructure have also suffered extensive damage.
The Dikhow River at Sivasagar and the Dhansiri River at Numaligarh continue to flow above the danger level, keeping authorities on alert. Speaking to reporters, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the flood situation has improved slightly as rainfall has eased and government teams have now been able to access almost all affected regions. He also confirmed that an inter-ministerial central team has reached Assam to assess flood damage and prepare a detailed report for further assistance from the Union government.
Separately, the Chief Minister announced a ₹12 crore relief campaign to provide clothing and essential items to flood-affected families, while directing state ministers to closely monitor relief and rehabilitation work on the ground. Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed the flood situation and assured the Assam government of the Centre’s full support for rescue, relief and rehabilitation efforts.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal also reviewed the situation and instructed officials to ensure uninterrupted access to healthcare, food, drinking water and other essential services in the affected districts.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
The receding floodwaters offer a much-needed respite, but the humanitarian crisis in Assam is far from over. For thousands of families who have lost loved ones, homes, livestock and livelihoods, recovery will require sustained support long after the waters disappear. Relief efforts must continue alongside transparent damage assessments, timely compensation and stronger investments in flood-resilient infrastructure, river management and climate adaptation.
As extreme weather events become more frequent, governments at every level must prioritise long-term preparedness while ensuring that vulnerable communities are protected before disasters strike—not only after they occur. At the same time, community solidarity and citizen participation remain vital in helping affected families rebuild their lives with dignity. What more can governments, communities and citizens do together to make flood-prone regions like Assam safer and more resilient in the years ahead?
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Team Assam stands shoulder to shoulder with every flood-affected family, working day and night on relief and rescue efforts. My colleagus, administration and local communities are united during #AssamFloods. Together, we will overcome this challenge. pic.twitter.com/IijS9PKr5R
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) July 26, 2026
