Assam Floods: Death Toll Rises to 87 as Over 1.28 Lakh People Remain Affected Across Seven Districts
The flood situation in Assam remains critical as two additional fatalities reported from Sivasagar district have raised the total death toll from this year’s deluge to 87. According to an official bulletin released by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) on Monday, August 3, 2026, over 1.28 lakh people across seven districts continue to be impacted by floodwaters.
What Happened
Official data from the ASDMA report confirms two fresh flood-related deaths in Sivasagar, which remains the worst-affected district. Currently, seven districts are reeling under flood conditions: Charaideo, Sivasagar, Dhemaji, Golaghat, Biswanath, Jorhat, and Lakhimpur. Across these districts, 380 villages and 14,230.148 hectares of crop land remain submerged. In areas like Nepali Khuti in Sivasagar, excavators were brought in to clear debris and wooden logs swept away by flash floods.
Key Highlights
- The overall death toll from this year’s floods has reached 87 following two new deaths in Sivasagar district.
- A total of 1,28,071 people are currently affected across seven impacted districts.
- Sivasagar is the hardest-hit district with 55,200 affected residents, followed by Charaideo with 34,050 and Jorhat with 20,209.
- Floodwaters submerge 380 villages and over 14,230 hectares of agricultural land.
- The administration is operating 38 relief camps sheltering 11,066 displaced residents, alongside 17 active relief distribution centres.
- The Dhansiri river continues to flow above the danger level at Numaligarh in Golaghat district.
Why This Matters
The official figures highlight the scale of displacement and destruction in the state, with over 11,000 displaced individuals requiring shelter in government-run camps. In addition, the submergence of more than 14,230 hectares of crop area impacts agricultural ground across central and upper Assam districts.
What to Watch Next
State authorities continue relief efforts across 38 relief camps and 17 distribution centres. Water levels in major rivers remain critical, with the Dhansiri river at Numaligarh in Golaghat district remaining under observation while flowing above danger levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which districts in Assam are currently impacted by floods?
Seven districts remain affected: Charaideo, Sivasagar, Dhemaji, Golaghat, Biswanath, Jorhat, and Lakhimpur.
How many people are taking shelter in relief camps?
According to ASDMA, 11,066 displaced individuals are currently sheltered in 38 relief camps set up by the administration.
Which river is flowing above the danger level?
The Dhansiri river continues to flow above the danger level at Numaligarh in Golaghat district.
Source: Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) official report.