Assam Flood Devastation Severe, Recovery Will Take Time: Nadda

Sivasagar (Assam): Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Wednesday visited flood-affected regions of Assam to assess the ground situation, acknowledging that the widespread destruction caused by the recent deluge would require considerable time for recovery. He assured residents that the Centre would extend every possible form of assistance to help restore livelihoods and rebuild damaged infrastructure.

Accompanied by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Nadda toured Nepalikhuti along the Assam-Nagaland border, one of the areas worst impacted by the floods that struck the state in late July. During the visit, the leaders interacted with affected families and reviewed the extent of losses suffered by local communities.

Speaking to reporters after the inspection, Nadda said the devastation witnessed in the region was extensive and that restoring normal life would be a gradual process. He noted that rehabilitation efforts would require coordinated action from both the Centre and the state government.

Reaffirming the Centre’s commitment, the Union minister conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s assurance that adequate support would be provided for relief and recovery. He said financial assistance, rehabilitation measures, compensation for losses and aid for rebuilding damaged property would be extended without delay.

The visit comes as Assam continues to battle the aftermath of one of its most severe flood spells this monsoon. According to official figures, the disaster has claimed 89 lives, while more than 1.22 lakh people remain affected across five districts. Authorities are also monitoring the situation closely as fresh rainfall has raised concerns over renewed flooding in vulnerable areas.

State disaster response teams and local administrations are continuing relief operations, distributing essential supplies and working to restore connectivity in affected regions. Officials said rehabilitation measures will remain a priority until displaced families can safely return to their homes and normal civic services are fully restored.