Floods in Assam Affect Over 22,000; Railway Bridge Collapse Disrupts Train Services
Heavy monsoon rains have caused severe flooding across Assam's Dhemaji district and five other districts, affecting over 22,000 people and submerging 96 villages. Floodwaters damaged a railway bridge over the Simen River in Dhemaji, leading to the suspension of train services between Archipathar and Simen Chapari stations. The Assam government, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, is mobilizing relief and rehabilitation efforts, with support assured by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Rescue operations continue amid ongoing rainfall and rising river levels.