Floods in Assam Claim 75 Lives, Affect Over 3.3 Lakh People; Relief Operations Underway
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Why in news
Severe flooding in Assam caused significant casualties and displacement, triggering a multi-agency relief operation involving the military and civil society.
Background
The floods in Assam resulted in over 75 deaths and affected more than 3.3 lakh people. Relief operations are being conducted across 81 camps and 34 centers involving the Army, Air Force, NDRF, and SDRF.
Facts for Prelims
- FactAssam floods affected over 3.3 lakh people and claimed 75 lives.
- BodyNDRF (National Disaster Response Force) and SDRF (State Disaster Response Force) are primary agencies for flood relief.
- FactThe government increased ex gratia to Rs 9 lakh for the families of the deceased.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in disaster management in the Brahmaputra basin and the role of multi-agency coordination in mitigating flood impacts.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- geographical vulnerability
- multi-agency coordination
- role of civil society
- climate change impact
Keywords: disaster mitigation · multi-agency response · ex gratia · civil society engagement · vulnerability
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