Assam Flood Death Toll Rises To 78 As Over Three Lakh Remain Affected Despite Receding Waters

Assam's flood crisis continues despite improving water levels, with the death toll rising to 78 and over three lakh people still affected across seven districts. Thousands remain in relief camps while roads, homes, schools and farmland have suffered extensive damage. Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the situation with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, while the Army continues relief operations. Meanwhile, the IMD has issued fresh heavy rainfall warnings, raising concerns about renewed flooding, waterlogging and landslides across the Northeast.