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Weather
Assam Floods Claim 21 Lives in 24 Hours, Situation Worsens
✍️ NDTV
🗓 22 Jul 2026, 08:34 PM
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Heavy rains have intensified flooding across Assam, resulting in 21 fatalities within a single day as authorities struggle to contain the crisis.
Heavy rainfall over the past week has caused rivers to overflow in several districts of Assam, leading to widespread flooding. In the last 24 hours, rescue teams have confirmed 21 deaths, the highest toll in a single day so far. Local authorities have deployed additional boats and helicopters to reach stranded residents, but the situation remains fluid as rain continues. The Assam government has issued a flood alert and is coordinating with the National Disaster Response Force to provide relief supplies. Residents in low‑lying areas are advised to stay alert and follow evacuation orders.