Second Wave Of Floods Hits Assam, Over 22,000 Affected, 2 Dead In Golaghat
Torrential rains over the past three days have triggered a second wave of floods in Assam this monsoon season, affecting more than 22,000 residents and claiming two lives in the last 24 hours. The fatalities were reported from Golaghat district
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Severe floodwater is flowing throughout the entire Golaghat district.
A second wave of flooding has struck Assam following three days of heavy rainfall, affecting more than 22,000 people and resulting in two fatalities within the past 24 hours. These deaths were recorded in Golaghat district, which is among the most severely impacted regions.
The initial flood wave in the state began in late May and lasted through June.
Various Brahmaputra tributaries, including the Dikhou, Disang, and Dhansiri rivers, have exceeded danger marks, causing extensive flooding. In southern Assam, the Barak and Kushiyara rivers are also rising above safe levels, threatening numerous communities.
Water released from the Doyang Hydro Electric Project by North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Ltd. (NEEPCO) has substantially increased water levels in the Dhansiri and Doyang rivers, leading to widespread inundation across Golaghat district.
According to reports, extensive flooding is affecting the entirety of Golaghat district.
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) conducted rescue operations in Golaghat district, successfully evacuating 381 residents and 28 livestock.
#FWR Ops | Golaghat (Assam) | 16 Sep🔸NDRF teams carried out Flood Water Rescue ops at Vill-Kordoiguri & Kenduguri, Morongi🔸Evacuated 381 persons and 28 livestock; shifted to safer places🔸Teams on standby to assist people & civil adm in flood-affected areas pic.twitter.com/y3NCrXLv1P
— NDRF India I राष्ट्रीय आपदा मोचन बल 🇮🇳 (@NDRFHQ) September 16, 2025The flooding has affected five revenue circles—Golaghat, Khumtai, Morongi, Sarupathar, and Bokakhat—encompassing 56 villages. In total, 4,548 people have been impacted, with 15 relief camps established to provide shelter and aid to displaced residents. Despite these efforts, the disaster response has not yet fully addressed the situation.