Assam Flood Death Toll Climbs to 87; Nearly 1.3 Lakh Still Affected

GUWAHATI: Assam’s flood death toll has risen to 87 after two more fatalities were reported, while nearly 1.3 lakh people remain affected despite floodwaters receding in most parts of the state, officials said on Tuesday.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of extremely heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in parts of Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya over the next few days. The weather office said the forecast could affect several neighboring districts in Assam, raising concerns about renewed flooding in vulnerable areas.