Assam Floods: Himanta Biswa Sarma Seeks ₹1,000 Crore, Narendra Modi Assures Full Help
On August 12, 2026, Himanta Biswa Sarma, Assam's Chief Minister, said at least ₹1,000 crore is needed for flood repairs and rehabilitation in Upper Assam. Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured full assistance. An initial report estimated over ₹150 crore damage affecting 8,000 families; the survey will cover up to 60,000 families by August 30. Mr. Sarma also released ₹11.3 crore for rebuilding 494 damaged Anganwadi centres. Suvendu Adhikari, West Bengal's Chief Minister, announced ₹10 crore assistance to Assam.
12 AUG 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Assam Floods: Himanta Biswa Sarma Seeks ₹1,000 Crore, Narendra Modi Assures Full Help
17 AUG 2026
— NDTV
Assam's Chief Minister announced the disbursement of financial aid to 96,842 flood-affected families, totaling Rs 146.26 crore.
“To provide permanent relief, a rapid relief assessment drive was launched on August 9. As per an initial report, over 8,000 families have been assessed and ₹150 crore damage has been estimated”— verbatim excerpt from The Hindu
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