Assam's flood situation remains serious, though slightly improved, with 1.92 lakh people across the state still affected as of Saturday. Two more deaths pushed the overall death toll to 82, officials said.
Sivasagar, Golaghat, Jorhat, Nagaon, and Charaideo districts continue to bear the brunt of the flooding, with residents in low-lying and riverside areas dealing with inundated homes and disrupted daily life.
A Slight Improvement, But Still a Serious Crisis
Compared to Thursday, when more than two lakh people across eight districts were affected, the situation has eased somewhat, both in terms of the number of districts impacted and the total population affected. Even so, with nearly two lakh people still dealing with floodwaters and the death toll continuing to climb, authorities are far from declaring the crisis over.
Images from the ground, including scenes from Jorhat where residents have been wading through floodwater inside their own homes, capture just how disruptive the situation remains for families in the affected districts, even as broader numbers show gradual improvement.
Relief and rescue operations are expected to continue in the coming days as authorities monitor water levels and work to support displaced and affected residents across the remaining flood-hit districts.
FAQs
Q1. How many people are currently affected by floods in Assam?
As of August 1, 2026, 1.92 lakh people remain affected across the state.
Q2. What is the current flood death toll in Assam?
The death toll has reached 82 after two more fatalities were reported on Saturday.
Q3. Which districts are most affected by the flooding?
Sivasagar, Golaghat, Jorhat, Nagaon, and Charaideo districts continue to be the worst affected.